n8n community node for Cronlytic advanced cron scheduling
npm install n8n-nodes-cronlyticAn n8n community node for integrating with Cronlytic, providing advanced cron scheduling capabilities for n8n workflows through webhook triggers.
Cronlytic is an advanced cron scheduling service that provides:
- Robust, reliable cron job execution
- Detailed execution logs and monitoring
- Advanced scheduling features beyond basic cron
- API-based job management
- Webhook-based triggers for external systems
This n8n node provides:
- Cronlytic Trigger: Create scheduled workflows using Cronlytic's advanced cron scheduler
- Webhook Integration: Automatically sets up webhooks between Cronlytic and n8n
- Advanced Scheduling: Support for complex cron expressions
- Automatic Job Management: Creates, updates, and deletes Cronlytic jobs as needed
- Custom Headers & Payloads: Configure webhook requests with custom data
1. Go to Settings > Community Nodes in your n8n instance
2. Click Install
3. Enter n8n-nodes-cronlytic
4. Click Install
``bashIn your n8n installation directory
npm install n8n-nodes-cronlytic
Setup
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1. Sign up for a Cronlytic account
2. Navigate to API Keys in your dashboard
3. Click Generate New API Key
4. Copy your API Key and User ID
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1. In n8n, go to Credentials
2. Click Create New Credential
3. Search for and select Cronlytic API
4. Enter your API Key and User ID
5. Test the connection and save
Usage
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The Cronlytic Trigger node creates scheduled jobs on Cronlytic that trigger your n8n workflows via webhooks.
#### Configuration Options:
- Job Name: Unique identifier for the cron job (alphanumeric, hyphens, underscores only)
- Cron Expression: 5-field cron expression (minute hour day month day-of-week)
- Webhook Body: Optional JSON payload to send with the webhook
- Additional Headers: Custom headers for webhook requests
#### Example Cron Expressions:
-
/5 * - Every 5 minutes
- 0 9 1-5 - 9 AM on weekdays
- 0 0 1 - First day of every month
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1. Add a Cronlytic Trigger node to your workflow
2. Configure credentials
3. Set job name:
daily-report-generator
4. Set cron expression: 0 9 * (daily at 9 AM)
5. Add webhook body: {"source": "cronlytic", "type": "daily_report"}
6. Connect to your processing nodes
7. Activate the workflowWhen activated, this creates a job on Cronlytic that will trigger your workflow daily at 9 AM.
Advanced Features
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Include dynamic data in your webhook triggers:
`json
{
"trigger_time": "{{timestamp}}",
"source": "cronlytic",
"workflow_id": "daily-backup",
"environment": "production"
}
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The node includes built-in error handling:
- API connection retries with exponential backoff
- Automatic lambda warming for reliable execution
- Detailed error messages for troubleshooting
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Jobs are automatically managed by n8n:
- Created when workflow is activated
- Updated when node configuration changes
- Deleted when workflow is deactivated or node is removed
API Reference
This node uses the Cronlytic Programmatic API. For advanced usage, refer to the complete API documentation.
Troubleshooting
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1. Authentication Failed
- Verify API Key and User ID are correct
- Check that credentials are properly configured in n8n
2. Invalid Cron Expression
- Use 5-field format:
minute hour day month day-of-week3. Webhook Not Triggering
- Ensure workflow is activated
- Check Cronlytic dashboard for job status and logs
- Verify webhook URL is accessible
4. Job Limit Exceeded
- Check your Cronlytic plan limits
- Delete unused jobs or upgrade your plan
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- Node Issues: GitHub Issues
- Cronlytic API: saleh@cronlytic.com
- n8n Community: n8n Community Forum
Development
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- Node.js ≥ 20.15
- n8n development environment
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`bash
Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/Cronlytic/n8n-nodes-cronlytic.git
cd n8n-nodes-cronlyticInstall dependencies
npm installBuild the node
npm run buildLink for local testing
npm link
n8n start
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npm run build - Build the node
- npm run dev - Build in watch mode
- npm run lint - Run linter
- npm run format` - Format code1. Fork the repository
2. Create a feature branch
3. Make your changes
4. Add tests if applicable
5. Run linting and formatting
6. Submit a pull request
Saleh Alsaihati
- GitHub: @Cronlytic
- Email: saleh@cronlytic.com
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