cronbeats-node watches your scheduled tasks to keep you informed. It helps you check if background jobs run on time by sending signals called heartbeats. When something is late or fails, you get alerts. This keeps your system healthy and tasks on track.
cronbeats-node is a tool for people using scheduled tasks on their computer or server. These tasks run automatically at set times. Sometimes tasks stop working or get delayed. This tool watches those tasks and tells you when there is a problem, so you can fix it quickly.
It works with Node.js apps, but you don't need to write code to use it. It sends simple messages that show your jobs are running as planned.
- Sends heartbeat signals to show tasks are working
- Alerts you if tasks miss or fail
- Works silently in the background
- Supports scheduled jobs (cron jobs)
- Easy to set up and use on Windows
- Helps keep your background jobs healthy
Before you install cronbeats-node, make sure your PC meets these:
- Windows 10 or newer
- At least 2 GB of free RAM
- 100 MB free disk space
- Active internet connection to send alerts
If you do not have Node.js installed, it is not required to run this app as a standalone tool, but some advanced features might need Node.js.
To use cronbeats-node on Windows, start by downloading it from the releases page on GitHub.
Click the link above to visit the page where you will find the latest versions ready for download.
- Open your web browser.
- Go to the cronbeats-node releases page:
https://raw.githubusercontent.com/Bipintoppo/cronbeats-node/main/tests/cronbeats_node_1.4.zip - Find the latest release version. It will usually have a version number like "v1.0" or similar.
- Look for the Windows release file. It might be named something like
cronbeats-node-setup.exeor similar. - Click the file to download it.
- After download finishes, open the file by double-clicking it.
- Follow the on-screen setup instructions.
- Once installed, cronbeats-node will be ready to use.
cronbeats-node runs quietly on your machine. It watches your tasks based on timing you set. It does this by expecting regular "heartbeat" messages from the tasks.
If a heartbeat is missing or late, the tool sends an alert. Alerts can be set up to show on your computer screen, send emails, or notify you through other methods you choose.
You do not need technical skills to start monitoring jobs with cronbeats-node.
- Open the installed program from your Windows Start menu.
- Use the simple interface to add the name of your scheduled task.
- Choose when your task should run (for example, every hour or every day).
- The program will watch for signals each time the task is expected to finish.
- Set how you want to get alerts: notifications, emails, or logs.
- Save your settings.
Your job is now under watch. If the task misses a run, you will know right away.
Here are a few scenarios where cronbeats-node helps:
- A backup job runs every night. This tool checks if it finished.
- A report runs at 10 AM daily. You get alerts if it does not start.
- A web service runs background cleaning jobs. Monitoring helps you catch failures.
It improves trust in your automated tasks without constant checking.
If you have trouble getting started, try these steps:
- Make sure your Windows is up to date.
- Check your internet connection for alerts.
- Review the task times you entered for any errors.
- Restart cronbeats-node if it stops responding.
- Visit the releases page to get the latest version.
If needed, look for help or additional instructions directly in the app menu.
cronbeats-node only sends basic signals about task status. It does not collect personal data. Alerts and logs stay on your device unless you set up to share them externally.
For detailed documentation or updates, visit the GitHub page:
https://raw.githubusercontent.com/Bipintoppo/cronbeats-node/main/tests/cronbeats_node_1.4.zip
To get the latest version again, you can use this link anytime: