FastCron – Run WP Cron for free
This plugin will set up a free cronjob at FastCron to run your wp-cron.php file automatically. Completely free, no registration required.
Use with caution
FastCron – Run WP Cron for free works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 100+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 8 months ago, and scores 47/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (100+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.9 (latest is 7.1)
How does it stack up?
Side-by-side on installs, updates, ratings & support
Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where FastCron stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| cron job | #16 |
| cronjob | #4 |
| online cronjob | #2 |
| web cron | #13 |
| wp cron | #65 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 5 from 1 reviews
About FastCron – Run WP Cron for free
From the official readme · v1.0.1Description
This plugin will set up a free cronjob to run your wp-cron.php file automatically. Completely free, no registration required.
It relies on the free cronjob service provided by FastCron.
Upon activation, it will send your site URL to FastCron, and they will create and run a cronjob every 5 minutes to visit your wp-cron.php file via this URL:
https://site-url/wp-cron.php?doing_wp_cron=1
Features:
– Completely free, no registration required.
– Simple and fast, just click activate and done.
– View last 50 execution results on FastCron.
This free plugin is suitable for your personal blog.
If you manage several WordPress blogs/websites for your clients, please register an account at FastCron and set up your cronjobs there.
Upon deactivation, the plugin will request FastCron to remove the cronjob to your wp-cron.php file.
By using this plugin, you agree to their Terms of service and Privacy policy.
Installation
Upload the plugin to your blog, then click Activate it under Plugins > Installed Plugins.
Frequently asked questions
How to delete the cronjob at FastCron?
When you deactivate the plugin, it will delete the cronjob.
How to update cronjob URL?
Please deactivate your plugin, then activate it again.
I accidentally deleted the plugin without deactivating it first. Can you help?
Please email support at fastcron dot com, we will help.
I don’t see the “Cron logs” link on my plugin?
The plugin have failed to create a free cronjob (duplicate or server error). Please email support at fastcron dot com, we will help.
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FAQ
FastCron – Run WP Cron for free: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 21, 2026
Is FastCron – Run WP Cron for free free?
Yes. FastCron – Run WP Cron for free is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is FastCron – Run WP Cron for free safe to use in 2026?
FastCron – Run WP Cron for free works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 100+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 8 months ago, and scores 47/100 on our health check.
How many websites use FastCron – Run WP Cron for free?
FastCron – Run WP Cron for free is active on 100+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 2,218 times since it launched in August 2024. It was downloaded 124 times in the last 30 days.
Does FastCron – Run WP Cron for free work with WordPress 7.1?
FastCron – Run WP Cron for free is officially tested up to WordPress 6.9.10, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
When was FastCron – Run WP Cron for free last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.1, was released on March 6, 2026 (8 months ago).
Who makes FastCron – Run WP Cron for free?
FastCron – Run WP Cron for free is developed and maintained by fastcron.
What are the best alternatives to FastCron – Run WP Cron for free?
The most popular alternatives to FastCron – Run WP Cron for free are Cleanup Action Scheduler (1K+ installs), WP Cron Cleaner (400+ installs) and Easycron (200+ installs).
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