*/1 * * * * explained
Every minute
Every minute
The cron expression */1 * * * *. · 5-field cron
Next 5 runs (UTC)
| # | Run time (UTC) | When |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mon, Sep 14, 2026, 09:46:00 UTC | in 10s |
| 2 | Mon, Sep 14, 2026, 09:47:00 UTC | in 1 min |
| 3 | Mon, Sep 14, 2026, 09:48:00 UTC | in 2 min |
| 4 | Mon, Sep 14, 2026, 09:49:00 UTC | in 3 min |
| 5 | Mon, Sep 14, 2026, 09:50:00 UTC | in 4 min |
Try it in your timezone
How to read this expression
| Field | Value | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Minute | */1 | every 1 step |
| Hour | * | every value |
| Day of month | * | every value |
| Month | * | every value |
| Day of week | * | every value |
Related schedules
FAQ
- Is "*/1 * * * *" a valid cron expression?
- Yes — it parses as a standard 5-field cron expression: Every minute.
- 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.