Execute jobs with cron groups in Magento
Learn how to manage and troubleshoot Magento cron groups for efficient background jobs and scheduled indexer updates.
Lesson Content
Magento uses cron jobs to handle all kinds of background tasks that keep your store running smoothly. These jobs include updating indexes, generating reports, sending emails, and many other automated tasks.
What are cron groups?
Cron groups are simply categories that organize related scheduled jobs. You can think of them as specialized teams, each responsible for different aspects of your store.
Magento ships with a few built-in cron groups:
| Cron Group | Purpose |
|---|---|
default |
General system maintenance tasks |
index |
Handles most indexing operations |
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