0 0 * * * explained
At 12:00 AM
At 12:00 AM
Runs once a day at 00:00. · 5-field cron
Next 5 runs (UTC)
| # | Run time (UTC) | When |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sat, Jun 20, 2026, 00:00:00 UTC | in 9h 13m |
| 2 | Sun, Jun 21, 2026, 00:00:00 UTC | in 1d 9h |
| 3 | Mon, Jun 22, 2026, 00:00:00 UTC | in 2d 9h |
| 4 | Tue, Jun 23, 2026, 00:00:00 UTC | in 3d 9h |
| 5 | Wed, Jun 24, 2026, 00:00:00 UTC | in 4d 9h |
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How to read this expression
| Field | Value | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Minute | 0 | exactly 0 |
| Hour | 0 | exactly 0 |
| Day of month | * | every value |
| Month | * | every value |
| Day of week | * | every value |
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FAQ
- Is "0 0 * * *" a valid cron expression?
- Yes — it parses as a standard 5-field cron expression: At 12:00 AM.
- How do I use it?
- Paste it into your crontab, CI scheduler, or job runner. Need a different schedule? Edit the fields in the builder above or browse all common cron expressions.
Looking for a phrase instead? See every minute, every 5 minutes, every 10 minutes, every 15 minutes.