Setting up Scheduled Tasks

Scheduled Tasks

Overview#

Scheduled Tasks, also known as cron jobs, allow you to run commands or scripts automatically at specific times and intervals. This is useful for automating routine website tasks without manual intervention.

Common uses include running backups, sending emails, updating applications, and executing maintenance scripts.

Create a Scheduled Task#

To create a new scheduled task:

1. Log in to your hosting control panel.
2. Select the hosting package you want to manage.
3. Open Scheduled Tasks.
4. Enter the command you want to run.
5. Configure the schedule settings.
6. Optionally enter an email address to receive script output.
7. Save the task.

Command#

The Command field specifies the script or command that will be executed.

Example:

/usr/bin/php -f /home/sites/example/cron/script.php

Your hosting path is displayed on the page to help you reference files correctly.

Schedule Settings#

Choose when the task should run using the available scheduling options:

• Minutes
• Hour
• Day of Month
• Month
• Day

For example, you can run a task:

• Every minute
• Once per hour
• Daily
• Weekly
• Monthly

Email Notifications#

You can enter an email address to receive the script output each time the task runs.

This can be useful for monitoring automated processes and identifying any errors.

View and Manage Scheduled Tasks#

All scheduled tasks will appear in the Your Scheduled Tasks section.

From there, you can:

• View existing tasks
• Edit task settings
• Delete tasks that are no longer needed

Common Uses#

Scheduled Tasks are commonly used for:

• Running backup scripts
• Sending automated emails
• Processing website data
• Updating applications
• Performing maintenance tasks