Cron Job Every 2 Hours – Expression & Examples
The */2 step in the hour field triggers at hours 0, 2, 4, 6, ..., 22. Combined with minute 0, it runs at the top of every even hour.
How It Works
The */2 step in the hour field triggers at hours 0, 2, 4, 6, ..., 22. Combined with minute 0, it runs at the top of every even hour.
Common Use Cases
- Sitemap regeneration
- Search index updates
- Compliance scans
- Backup snapshots
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does 0 */2 * * * mean in cron?
The */2 step in the hour field triggers at hours 0, 2, 4, 6, ..., 22. Combined with minute 0, it runs at the top of every even hour.
How do I use this cron expression?
On Linux/macOS, edit your crontab with crontab -e and add:0 */2 * * * /path/to/your/script.sh
Or use CronJobPro to schedule HTTP requests with this expression — no server required.
What timezone does cron use?
By default, cron uses the system timezone. CronJobPro lets you set a specific timezone per job, so your schedules are predictable regardless of server location.