n8n Node Guide: Cron

Description

Automation & Scheduling node in n8n.

What It Does

Advanced scheduling with full cron expressions.

When To Use It

Complex patterns: weekdays only, every other hour, specific days.

Key Parameters

Cron Expression (5 fields), timezone

Common Mistakes

n8n uses 5-field cron (no seconds). 0 9 * * 1-5 = weekdays 9am.

Example

0 9 * * 1-5 -> run weekday morning report.

FAQ

Is this node included in n8n Community Edition?

Yes – Cron ships with the free Community Edition. No paid license needed.

Test cron expressions with a short interval first to confirm firing.?

Where does it fit in a workflow?

Cron works with any other node – connect it after a trigger or data node, and feed its output into the next step. Standard n8n data flow: trigger -> transform -> act.

Is support included?

Yes – message the seller through the store and I will help you wire this node.