macOS
Works on Apple Silicon Macs
Download for macOSAutomate locally, run reliably.
Run scheduled jobs on your own system with reliable timing, clear logs, retries, and easy cleanup.
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cd daemon && go run ./cmd/daemon
Step 1: Download
Download Cronye for your OS
Install Cronye on your Apple Silicon Mac and start automating in minutes.
After installing, launch Cronye from Applications and open the local dashboard.
Developer experience first
A toolkit for reliable local automation
Replace fragile `crontab` scripts with a deterministic daemon and a clear run history.
Reliable Execution
Shell and HTTP jobs with per-job timeout, retries, and overlap policy.
SQLite History
Every run is persisted locally with status transitions, exit code, duration, and output tail.
Failure Alerting
Send terminal failure notifications to your webhook endpoint with contextual run metadata.
For indie hackers and founders
Test automation before paying for extra infrastructure
Validate cron-powered workflows on your own machine first, then scale up only when your product needs it.
Save Early Cash
Run automations locally while validating your product before paying for managed scheduler infrastructure.
Ship Faster
Test new jobs and product flows instantly on your machine without waiting on cloud setup.
Stay In Control
Your runs and logs stay on your own system, so iteration is private and predictable.
Getting started
How to start and use Cronye
Follow these simple steps to set up Cronye and run your first automation with confidence.
Download and install
Download Cronye for macOS (Apple Silicon) and install it like a normal desktop app.
Launch Cronye
Open the app from Applications. Cronye runs on your own system and opens the local dashboard.
If macOS blocks launch
Go to System Settings → Privacy & Security, click Open Anyway for Cronye, then open the app again from Applications.
Create your first automation
Add a job, choose when it should run, and enter the action you want Cronye to perform.
Test and adjust quickly
Run a job manually and tweak schedule, retries, and timeout until it behaves the way you want.
Monitor results anytime
Keep Cronye running, then check History to see what ran, what succeeded, and what needs attention.
Open source
Free local automation for builders
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Open-source local cron product.
- Shell and HTTP jobs
- Retries with backoff and jitter
- Run history and output logs
- Retention and purge controls
- Apple Silicon Mac support
Optional support keeps Cronye improving.
Star on GitHubSupport Cronye ($9)FAQ
Direct answers before you buy
Is Cronye cloud-hosted?
No. Cronye runs locally on your machine and exposes local UI/API over localhost.
Will jobs run while my computer is off?
No. Jobs run when the daemon is running. On restart, startup catch-up can replay missed windows.
Is Cronye free to use?
Yes. Cronye is open source and free to use on your own machine.
Can I use shell and HTTP jobs together?
Yes. You can create shell jobs and HTTP request jobs from the same local dashboard.
macOS says Cronye cannot be verified. What should I do?
Move Cronye to Applications, then open System Settings > Privacy & Security and click Open Anyway for Cronye. If prompted again, right-click Cronye in Applications and choose Open.