How to Create Cron Jobs in cPanel

Open Cron Jobs

1. Go to Advanced > Cron Jobs.
2. Check the cron email address.

Set the Cron Email Address

1. Enter the email address that should receive cron output.

2. Click Update Email.

Create a Cron Job

1. Choose a common schedule or enter a custom schedule.
2. Enter the command the cron job should run.

3. Click Add New Cron Job.

Edit a Cron Job

1. Find the cron job in Current Cron Jobs.
2. Click Edit.
3. Change the schedule or command.
4. Save the change.

Delete a Cron Job

1. Find the cron job in Current Cron Jobs.
2. Click Delete.
3. Confirm the deletion.

Notes

• Check the command carefully before saving.
• Cron jobs can send email every time they run if the command creates output.
• Use a realistic schedule. Running a heavy script too often can slow the account down.