Scheduling with Cron

All FastVirtual web hosting plans include support for cron tasks.

Cron is a UNIX® module that permits commands to be run at predetermined times or intervals. By using cron, you can automate tasks that might be better handled during off-peak times.

Scheduling Cron Tasks

As telnet access is not permitted, the cron task must be included in a CGI script. The script must also return a valid header.

To invoke a cron task, access "Developer's tools" from the "Hosting" area of your account control panel, and select "Cron jobs". You may specify then the location of your cron script, and the time and date that the script should be invoked.

Note: Resource limits for cron tasks are identical to those for standard CGI scripts

Cron Log Files

Cron logs are retained for seven days, and are stored in the "logs" directory, one level above your document root ("htdocs"). Cron log files are named "cronYYYYMMDD.log".