Cron Expression Parser
Parse cron expressions into human-readable text
How to Use Cron Expression Parser
- 1Enter a cron expression in the input field (e.g., */5 * * * *).
- 2See the human-readable explanation below.
- 3View the next scheduled run times.
- 4Use the presets for common schedules like hourly, daily or weekly.
About Cron Expression Parser
Parse and explain cron expressions in human-readable language. Enter a cron schedule and see what it means, when it will next run, and validate the syntax. Supports standard 5-field cron format (minute, hour, day, month, weekday). Includes common presets for quick reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a cron expression?
A cron expression is a string of five fields (minute, hour, day of month, month, day of week) that defines a recurring schedule. It is used in Unix/Linux systems and many scheduling services.
What does * mean in cron?
The asterisk (*) means 'every' — it matches all possible values for that field. For example, * in the minute field means 'every minute'.
What does */5 mean?
The */5 syntax means 'every 5th'. In the minute field, */5 means every 5 minutes (0, 5, 10, 15, ...). In the hour field, */2 means every 2 hours.