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Life & fun · September 25, 2022

Just a simplified easy way to call URLs automatically without crontab

Just a simplified easy way to call URLs automatically

Just a simplified easy way to call URLs automatically without crontab launched on September 25, 2022 with 16 votes, #963 of 3,464 launches that month and more than 75% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 4 years on.

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Crontaboo is a tool that automatically calls URLs on a schedule without requiring crontab configuration. It simplifies the process of triggering web requests at specified intervals, making it accessible to users who want scheduled automation without managing traditional cron jobs. The service is designed for developers and website owners who need straightforward URL triggering capabilities.

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