Run a Cron Job Every 4 Hours
Cron expression to run a job every 4 hours. Fires 6 times per day at 0:00, 4:00, 8:00, 12:00, 16:00, and 20:00.
Cron Expression
0 */4 * * *
Every 4 hours
Field-by-Field Breakdown
| Field | Value | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Minute | 0 | 0 |
| Hour | */4 | every 4 hours |
| Day of Month | * | every day of month |
| Month | * | every month |
| Day of Week | * | every day of week |
Next 5 Scheduled Runs
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- 1Tue, Mar 17, 2026, 12:00 AM
- 2Tue, Mar 17, 2026, 04:00 AM
- 3Tue, Mar 17, 2026, 08:00 AM
- 4Tue, Mar 17, 2026, 12:00 PM
- 5Tue, Mar 17, 2026, 04:00 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cron expression for every 4 hours?
0 */4 * * * runs at minute 0 of hours 0, 4, 8, 12, 16, and 20 — six times per day.