Cron Expression Explainer
Explain any cron expression in plain English and list its next five run times. Free and private: runs in your browser.
Paste a cron expression to see what it means, field by field, and when it runs next (UTC).
Runs entirely in your browser. Nothing you paste is uploaded or stored.
Use cases
- Create test data and fixtures quickly.
- Start a new repository with sensible defaults.
- Fill layouts and prototypes with placeholder content.
Frequently asked questions
Which time zone do cron jobs use?
Usually the server's, and UTC for GitHub Actions, Kubernetes CronJobs by default and most cloud schedulers. Always check before scheduling.
Is the Cron Expression Explainer free?
Yes. It is free with no sign-up, and it runs entirely in your browser, so your input is never uploaded or stored.
Is the output random every time?
Yes. Values are generated fresh on each run in your browser; nothing is stored, so copy or download what you need.
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