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Cron Expression: Every 6 Hours

Runs every 6 hours at minute 0 (4 times daily). Copy and use this cron expression: 0 */6 * * *

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Every 6 Hours

Runs every 6 hours at minute 0 (4 times daily)

0 */6 * * *

Common Use Cases:

System backups, major maintenance tasks

Example Applications:

  • • Full system backup
  • • Database maintenance
  • • Security scans

How to Use This Cron Expression

1. Linux/Unix Crontab:

0 */6 * * * /path/to/your/script.sh

2. Edit Your Crontab:

crontab -e

3. In CI/CD Systems:

Many CI/CD platforms (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, etc.) use cron expressions for scheduled workflows. Use this expression in your workflow configuration files.

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FAQ: Every 6 Hours Cron Expression

This cron expression (0 */6 * * *) runs every 6 hours at minute 0 (4 times daily). Simply copy the expression and add it to your crontab file or job scheduler. For example: 0 */6 * * * /path/to/your/script.sh