Cron Validator Connector for AI agents.

Q: How can I see when my next task will run?

You can use the getnextruns tool by providing your cron expression and a starting timestamp.

Q: Can it detect invalid dates in a cron string?

Yes, validatecron will flag logically impossible expressions like February 30th.

3 live capabilities

Verify cron syntax and predict future task execution timestamps.

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Why people use Cron Validator

Stop breaking automation with Cron Validator

This MCP turns that guesswork into a simple check. Instead of manually parsing strings or using unreliable web capabilities, you just ask your agent to verify the syntax. You get instant, deterministic answers that keep your pipelines running smoothly.

What Vinkius changes

You get mathematical certainty for your automation schedules.

Use it from Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor or another AI client you already have.

One account · 6,100+ Connectors

Real-world use case 01

Verifying new cron jobs

A developer is unsure if a new cron job will run on weekends; they ask their agent and use inspect_expression to confirm the pattern.
Real-world use case 02

Checking for task overlaps

An automation engineer needs to know if a task overlaps with a maintenance window; they use get_next_runs to see the next five triggers.
Real-world use case 03

Auditing production strings

A DevOps lead is reviewing a PR with a suspicious cron string; they have their agent run validate_cron to ensure it's safe for production.

Complete set · 3capabilities

The complete Cron Validator capability set.

These are the exact actions your AI can choose when you ask it to work with Cron Validator.

Capability set01 / 01

01—03

3 capabilities in this set.

Part of 3 available through Cron Validator.

01 Capability
Get next runs
Calculates the upcoming execution timestamps for a specific cron pattern. It helps you plan exactly when your tasks will trigger.
02 Capability
Inspect expression
Breaks down a cron string into easy-to-read parts so you know what each field does. This makes complex patterns much easier to understand.
03 Capability
Validate cron
Checks if a cron expression is syntactically correct and contains logically possible dates. It prevents errors like February 30th from entering your system.

Set up in minutes

One URL. Then ask Cron Validator to work.

Claude and ChatGPT only need the Connector URL. Copy it once, add it in settings, and use Cron Validator from the conversation.

Choose your client

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Advanced clients IDE · CLI

Claude · Web + desktop

Official guide ↗

Connector URL · ready to paste

Streamable HTTP

https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_azeipbwG8DN5DThWMywDx4D6XKPmifpb2gea1Ujk/mcp

Step 01

Open Connectors

In Claude Web or Claude Desktop, open Settings and choose Connectors.
Step 02

Add the URL

Choose Add custom connector, name it Cron Validator, and paste the URL above.
Step 03

Turn it on in chat

Select +, open Connectors, and enable Cron Validator for the conversation.

ChatGPT · Web + desktop

Official guide ↗

Connector URL · ready to paste

Streamable HTTP

https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_azeipbwG8DN5DThWMywDx4D6XKPmifpb2gea1Ujk/mcp

Step 01

Open MCP settings

On desktop, open Settings and MCP servers. On web, open your workspace app or connector settings.
Step 02

Add the URL

Choose Add server with Streamable HTTP, or create a custom MCP app, then paste the Cron Validator URL.
Step 03

Save and start

Save the connection and enable Cron Validator in your conversation. Desktop may ask you to restart once.

Cursor · IDE configuration

Official guide ↗

Advanced setup

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "cron-expression-validator-next-run-calculator-alternative": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_azeipbwG8DN5DThWMywDx4D6XKPmifpb2gea1Ujk/mcp"
    }
  }
}

Step 01

Open MCP Settings

Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"
Step 02

Add the server config

Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens
Step 03

Save the file

Cursor will automatically detect the new Connector
Step 04

Start using Cron Validator

Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Cron Validator, help me...". 3 tools available

VS Code Copilot · IDE configuration

Official guide ↗

Advanced setup

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "cron-expression-validator-next-run-calculator-alternative": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_azeipbwG8DN5DThWMywDx4D6XKPmifpb2gea1Ujk/mcp"
    }
  }
}

Step 01

Create MCP config

Create a .vscode/mcp.json file in your project root
Step 02

Add the server config

Paste the JSON configuration above
Step 03

Enable Agent mode

Open GitHub Copilot Chat and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown
Step 04

Start using Cron Validator

Ask Copilot: "Using Cron Validator, help me...". 3 tools available

Windsurf · IDE configuration

Official guide ↗

Advanced setup

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "cron-expression-validator-next-run-calculator-alternative": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_azeipbwG8DN5DThWMywDx4D6XKPmifpb2gea1Ujk/mcp"
    }
  }
}

Step 01

Open MCP Settings

Go to Settings → MCP Configuration or press Cmd+Shift+P and search "MCP"
Step 02

Add the server

Paste the JSON configuration above into mcp_config.json
Step 03

Save and reload

Windsurf will detect the new server automatically
Step 04

Start using Cron Validator

Open Cascade and ask: "Using Cron Validator, help me...". 3 tools available

Cline · IDE configuration

Official guide ↗

Advanced setup

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "cron-expression-validator-next-run-calculator-alternative": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_azeipbwG8DN5DThWMywDx4D6XKPmifpb2gea1Ujk/mcp"
    }
  }
}

Step 01

Open Cline MCP Settings

Click the Connectors icon in the Cline sidebar panel
Step 02

Add remote server

Click "Add Connector" and paste the configuration above
Step 03

Enable the server

Toggle the server switch to ON
Step 04

Start using Cron Validator

Ask Cline: "Using Cron Validator, help me...". 3 tools available

Claude Code · Terminal command

Official guide ↗

Advanced setup

claude mcp add cron-expression-validator-next-run-calculator-alternative --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_azeipbwG8DN5DThWMywDx4D6XKPmifpb2gea1Ujk/mcp"

Step 01

Install Claude Code

Run npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installed
Step 02

Add the Connector

Run the command above in your terminal
Step 03

Verify the connection

Run claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a session
Step 04

Start using Cron Validator

Ask Claude: "Using Cron Validator, show me...". 3 tools are ready

Where the request belongs

Work Cron Validator can move forward.

Built around the request

DevOps engineers, automation specialists, and backend developers who manage scheduled tasks and need to ensure their cron strings are logically sound.

DevOps Engineer

Verifying crontabs and deployment scripts for accuracy before pushing to production.

Automation Specialist

Auditing complex sequences of scheduled jobs to prevent overlaps or missed runs.

Backend Developer

Testing new task scheduling logic during the development of microservices.

Build the capability set

Each Connector adds new actions and data without changing how you work.

Browse Connectors

01 3 capabilities New

Cron Expression Validator & Next Run Calculator

Validate cron syntax and calculate exact future execution timestamps.

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02 3 capabilities

Cron Expression Validator

Validate and calculate next execution times for standard and extended cron expressions.

View Connector

03 4 capabilities

Cron Expression Parser

Validate, interpret, and calculate execution schedules from cron expressions.

View Connector

04 4 capabilities

Cron Expression Engine

Parse, validate, convert, and generate cron expressions across multiple standards.

View Connector

05 3 capabilities

Deterministic Cron Schedule Engine

Equip your AI with precise cron job parsing. Deterministically translate cron to natural language, format schedules, and calculate exact next execution times.

View Connector

06 1 capability

Cron Expression Calculator

Calculate the exact future dates of any Cron expression using deterministic JavaScript. Stop LLMs from failing date mathematics and leap year edge cases.

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Bring your own AI

Change the model, client or framework. Keep Cron Validator connected.

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Before you connect

Questions about Cron Validator.

The practical details behind the request, access and result.

How can I check if my Cron Validator MCP string is correct?

You can ask your agent to run a validation check. It will instantly tell you if the syntax is valid or if there are errors in the pattern.

Can this MCP help me understand complex cron patterns?

Yes, it can break down any expression into human-readable parts so you know exactly which days or hours are included.

Is it possible to see future execution dates with the Cron Validator MCP?

Absolutely. You can request a list of upcoming timestamps to help you plan your automation windows and avoid overlaps.

Does the Cron Validator MCP handle 6-field cron syntax?

Yes, it supports both standard 5-field and extended 6-field cron expressions for various environments.

Can I use this MCP to find errors in my automation schedules?

Yes, it is specifically designed to catch syntax mistakes and logically impossible dates that could break your scheduled tasks.

Does it support 6-field cron expressions?

Yes, the server supports both standard 5-field and extended 6-field cron formats.

How can I see when my next task will run?

You can use the get_next_runs capability by providing your cron expression and a starting timestamp.

Can it detect invalid dates in a cron string?

Yes, validate_cron will flag logically impossible expressions like February 30th.

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Stop breaking automation with Cron Validator

You get mathematical certainty for your automation schedules.

Verifying new cron jobs

Checking for task overlaps

Auditing production strings

Get next runs

Inspect expression

Validate cron

Open Connectors

Add the URL

Turn it on in chat

Open MCP settings

Add the URL

Save and start

Open MCP Settings

Add the server config

Save the file

Start using Cron Validator

Create MCP config

Add the server config

Enable Agent mode

Start using Cron Validator

Open MCP Settings

Add the server

Save and reload

Start using Cron Validator

Open Cline MCP Settings

Add remote server

Enable the server

Start using Cron Validator

Install Claude Code

Add the Connector

Verify the connection

Start using Cron Validator

DevOps Engineer

Automation Specialist

Backend Developer

Cron Expression Validator & Next Run Calculator

Cron Expression Validator

Cron Expression Parser

Cron Expression Engine

Deterministic Cron Schedule Engine

Cron Expression Calculator

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