convex-cron-jobs

To schedule recurring background jobs in Convex, create a convex/crons.ts file and use the cronJobs API to define interval or cron-based timing, then export default crons to run functions reliably on a UTC-aligned cadence.

Automating data synchronization and maintenance tasks in Convex is best handled by cron jobs, which provide a robust mechanism for scheduling recurring internal functions with automatic retries and error handling.

Yes, Convex supports cron expressions for precise background job scheduling, allowing you to define exact timing alongside standard interval scheduling for recurring tasks within your application.

Yes, you can and should use internal functions for secure background processing in Convex, as implementing best practices by calling internal functions ensures your scheduled cron jobs operate securely.

Convex handles error handling and observability for scheduled jobs by providing automatic retries, monitoring, and logging features to ensure production reliability for your recurring background tasks.

Your Convex cron jobs may run at unexpected times because they operate on a UTC-aligned cadence, meaning timezone awareness is required when defining cron expressions or interval timing for your scheduled functions.