# Adding a configurable delay to AI Agent responses

**URL:** https://meta.discourse.org/t/adding-a-configurable-delay-to-ai-agent-responses/398209
**Category:** Support
**Tags:** ai
**Created:** [March 11, 2026, 8:02pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/adding-a-configurable-delay-to-ai-agent-responses/398209 "2026-03-11T20:02:22Z")
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#### Post date: [March 11, 2026, 8:02pm UTC](https://meta.discourse.org/t/adding-a-configurable-delay-to-ai-agent-responses/398209/1 "2026-03-11T20:02:23Z")

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We’re using AI Agents in a paid community where the bot participates in threaded group conversations alongside members. The instant response works against us — it makes the bot feel like a chatbot rather than a thoughtful participant in the discussion.

Is there a way to add a configurable delay to Agent responses? Ideally, something like 1-4 hours after the triggering post, so the bot’s replies land at the same pace as the human conversation around it.

If this isn’t available natively, is there a recommended approach? We’re open to plugin-level or API-level solutions.

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