What happens if Bitcoin fees rise after I schedule a low-fee transaction?

The answer

The transaction can remain in the mempool for a long time or be dropped from some nodes. Bitcoin confirmations are not time-guaranteed.

What to do next

Check fee conditions, then use replace-by-fee or child-pays-for-parent only if your wallet supports the method and you understand the cost.

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Can I force miners to confirm my Bitcoin transaction?

No. Fee selection can change incentives but cannot guarantee a precise confirmation time.