Free Cron Expression Parser

Paste any cron expression to instantly see what it means in plain English. Understand your schedules and preview when they'll run next.

—Minute
—Hour
—Day
—Month
—Weekday

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How to Parse Cron Expressions

Simply paste your cron expression into the parser above. The tool will instantly:

  • Decode the expression into plain English
  • Validate the syntax for errors
  • Show the next 10 execution times
  • Highlight any potential issues or warnings

Common Cron Expression Examples

  • 0 9 * * 1-5 - Every weekday at 9:00 AM
  • */5 * * * * - Every 5 minutes
  • 0 0 * * * - Every day at midnight
  • 0 0 1 * * - First day of every month at midnight