# Cronjob Scheduler

> Cronjob Scheduler has 900+ active installs, a 4.4/5 rating from 14 reviews and 177 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 37/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Cronjob Scheduler shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 900+ sites, is rated 4.4/5 and was last updated 6 years ago, and scores 37/100 on our health check.

**Cronjob Scheduler allows you to automate regular tasks and actions within your WordPress installation!**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 900+
- **Total downloads:** 42,306
- **Downloads (30 days):** 177 (+36.2% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 4.4/5 from 14 reviews
- **Health score:** 37/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.40.1
- **Last updated:** May 26, 2020
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 5.4.24
- **Requires:** WordPress 3.5.1+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** chrispage1 (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/chrispage1/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/cronjob-scheduler/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [automation](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/automation/) | #29 | 665 |
| [cron](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/cron/) | #15 | 114 |
| [cronjob](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/cronjob/) | #1 | 5 |
| [scheduler](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/scheduler/) | #5 | 52 |
| [task](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/task/) | #1 | 13 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| automation | >100 | 3,389 |
| cron | >100 | 4,817 |
| cronjob | #46 | 125 |
| scheduler | >100 | 1,371 |
| task | >100 | 3,040 |

## Version adoption

- 1.40: 85%
- 1.30: 10.9%
- 1.21: 4.1%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [OttoKit: All-in-One Automation Platform](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/suretriggers/) | 90K+ | 4.9/5 (123) | Oct 15, 2026 | 92/100 |
| 2 | [Zapier for WordPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/zapier/) | 50K+ | 2.2/5 (72) | Jul 24, 2025 | 37/100 |
| 3 | [Uncanny Automator – AI + Automation for WordPress / AI Agent, AI Page Builder, Free AI Usage Included](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/uncanny-automator/) | 40K+ | 4.9/5 (157) | Oct 16, 2026 | 80/100 |
| 4 | [MailerLite – WooCommerce integration](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/woo-mailerlite/) | 30K+ | 2.8/5 (64) | Oct 22, 2026 | 61/100 |
| 5 | [WP Webhooks – Automate repetitive tasks by creating powerful automation workflows directly within WordPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-webhooks/) | 20K+ | 4.7/5 (55) | Oct 8, 2026 | 93/100 |
| 6 | [Bit integrations – Form Integration, Webhook, Spreadsheets, CRM, LMS & Email Automation](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/bit-integrations/) | 20K+ | 4.9/5 (160) | Oct 12, 2026 | 79/100 |
| 7 | [Soro – SEO Autopilot & AI Content Writer](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/soro-seo/) | 10K+ | 5/5 (2) | Apr 23, 2026 | 41/100 |
| 8 | [Thrive Automator](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/thrive-automator/) | 10K+ | 5/5 (5) | Oct 22, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 9 | [ACF Theme Code for Advanced Custom Fields](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/acf-theme-code/) | 10K+ | 5/5 (42) | Nov 28, 2023 | 47/100 |
| 10 | [Advanced Form Integration — Connect Forms to 300+ Apps](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/advanced-form-integration/) | 9K+ | 4.8/5 (91) | Oct 21, 2026 | 92/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Cronjob Scheduler free?
Yes. Cronjob Scheduler is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Cronjob Scheduler safe to use in 2026?
Cronjob Scheduler shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 900+ sites, is rated 4.4/5 and was last updated 6 years ago, and scores 37/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Cronjob Scheduler?
Cronjob Scheduler is active on 900+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 42,306 times since it launched in May 2014. It was downloaded 177 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Cronjob Scheduler work with WordPress 7.1?
Cronjob Scheduler is officially tested up to WordPress 5.4.24, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was Cronjob Scheduler last updated?
The latest version, 1.40.1, was released on May 26, 2020 (6 years ago).

### Who makes Cronjob Scheduler?
Cronjob Scheduler is developed and maintained by chrispage1.

### What are the best alternatives to Cronjob Scheduler?
The most popular alternatives to Cronjob Scheduler are OttoKit: All-in-One Automat… (90K+ installs), Zapier for WordPress (50K+ installs) and Uncanny Automator (40K+ installs).


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