Cron Job Generator

Build cron expressions visually or parse existing ones. See the next scheduled run times instantly.

Symbol Meaning Example
* Any value (wildcard) * * * * *
, Value list separator 1,15 * * * *
- Range of values 0 9-17 * * *
/ Step (every N) */15 * * * *
Cron Expression
* * * * *
Every minute
⚡ Common Schedules
🛠️ Build Expression
0–59
0–23
1–31
1–12 or JAN–DEC
0–6 (Sun=0) or SUN–SAT
📝 Parse Cron Expression
🕐 Next 10 Scheduled Runs

    How to Use

    1. Use the Builder tab to visually configure each field (minute, hour, day of month, month, day of week)
    2. Or click a preset to start with a common schedule
    3. The cron expression updates live at the top of the page
    4. Use the Parser tab to paste and decode an existing cron expression
    5. The Next 10 Runs section shows exactly when the job will fire
    6. Click 📋 Copy to copy the expression to your clipboard

    What Is a Cron Expression?

    A cron expression is a string of five fields separated by spaces that defines a schedule for automated tasks in Unix-like systems. The five fields represent: minute (0–59), hour (0–23), day of month (1–31), month (1–12), and day of week (0–6, where Sunday is 0). Special characters include * (any value), , (list separator), - (range), and / (step). For example, 0 9 * * 1-5 means "at 9:00 AM, Monday through Friday."