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July 10, 2026

Cron expressions for Kubernetes CronJobs

Practical cron tips for platform teams running CronJobs and GitLab schedules.

Cron expressions for Kubernetes CronJobs

Kubernetes CronJobs use the standard five-field cron format. Use the Cron Expression Builder on this site to preview next run times before you ship a manifest.

Tips

  • Prefer UTC schedules in multi-region clusters
  • Avoid * for every field unless you intend a very chatty job
  • Document the human-readable meaning in a comment above the CronJob