Cron Expression Parser
Explains a cron expression's schedule in plain English.
Lilu Baba's Cron Expression Parser explains a standard 5-field cron schedule in plain English, so you can quickly verify a job's timing.
How to use this tool
- Enter a standard 5-field cron expression (minute hour day month weekday).
- A plain-English description of its schedule updates instantly.
FAQ
Cron Expression Parser — frequently asked questions
The standard 5-field format: minute, hour, day of month, month, and day of week, separated by spaces.
No — this covers the standard 5-field Unix cron format; some scheduler tools use a 6-field variant with seconds.