Date & time
Cron Parser
Translate common cron schedules into plain English. Everything happens on this device.
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Your input stays private
This tool runs entirely in your browser. DevCalc does not send or store the content you enter.
How to use Cron Parser
- Enter a traditional five-field cron expression.
- Run the parser for a plain-English description.
- Confirm the result with the scheduler used in production.
Example and important notes
0 9 * * 1-5 represents 09:00 on weekdays in common five-field cron implementations.
- Cron dialects differ between platforms.
- Timezone and daylight-saving rules affect real execution times.
Frequently asked questions
Does cron include seconds?
Traditional cron uses five fields; some schedulers add a leading seconds field.
Which timezone is used?
That depends on the host or scheduler configuration.