Cronicle

Self-Hosted

Open-source distributed job scheduler and automation platform

Overview

Cronicle is an open-source, distributed job scheduler for self-hosted environments. It offers a web-based interface to schedule, monitor, and manage tasks (scripts, commands, API calls) across multiple servers. Key features include real-time logging, task dependencies, retries, priority levels, and notifications (email, webhooks). Deployment options: Docker containers, npm (Node.js) install, or cluster setup for high availability. Ideal for backups, data processing, system maintenance, or API workflows, it gives full control over automation without relying on SaaS tools.

Self-Hosting Resources

Find Official Image on Docker Hub View Source & Docs

Below is a reference structure for docker-compose.yml. ⚠️ Do NOT run blindly. Replace placeholders with official values.

docker-compose.template.yml TEMPLATE


version: '3'
services:
  cronicle:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: cronicle
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

Distributed multi-server job scheduling
Web-based UI with real-time monitoring & logging
Advanced task controls (dependencies, retries, notifications)
Cluster mode for high availability

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Cronicle hard to install?

For single-server use, Cronicle is straightforward—install via Docker (official image) or npm (Node.js package). Cluster deployment needs configuring nodes and shared storage, which may require basic Linux admin knowledge.

? Is it a good alternative to Microsoft Azure Logic Apps?

Cronicle is a strong alternative for teams wanting self-hosted control. While Azure Logic Apps offers more pre-built integrations, Cronicle excels at custom script/command automation and avoids SaaS subscription costs.

? Is Cronicle completely free?

Yes—Cronicle is open-source under the MIT License, so it’s free to use, modify, and self-host without any fees or restrictions.

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Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Automation

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Full self-hosted control over automation workflows
⊕ Flexible scheduling options (cron, intervals, one-time tasks)

Cons

⊖ Cluster setup requires basic server administration skills
⊖ Fewer pre-built integrations than SaaS automation tools