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# Create a scheduled automation

> Learn how to create an automation that runs at a specific date and time or on a recurring schedule.

## Automations that run when you decide

A scheduled automation doesn't depend on something happening in your business. Instead, it triggers at the exact moment you configure: a specific date and time, or on a recurring basis (for example, every Monday at 9:00 AM).

They're perfect for sending periodic promotions, weekly reminders, or campaigns on specific dates.

#### Go to the automations section

In your agent's side menu, open **Automation Events** and click **Create Event**.

#### Give the event a name

In the **Event name** field, type a name that identifies the automation. For example: "Weekly promotion" or "Holiday closure notice".

#### Select the Scheduled type

For the trigger type, choose **Scheduled**. This tells Aura that the automation should activate at a time you define, not when an event occurs.

#### Set up the frequency or date

You have two options for defining when the automation triggers:

* **Cron expression**: Define a repeating rule. For example, `0 9 * * 1-5` means "every weekday at 9:00 AM". If you're not familiar with this format, you can search for "cron generator" online to create the expression easily.

* **Date and time**: Select a specific moment when you want the message to be sent. Ideal for one-time notices, like a vacation closure.

> **Tip**
>
> If you need to send a message just once (for example, to announce a schedule change next week), use the date and time option. If you need it to repeat (like a weekly promotion), use the cron expression.

#### Set an end date (optional)

If you're using a cron expression and want the automation to stop running at some point, you can set an **End date**. After that date, the automation will stop automatically.

If you don't set an end date, the automation will remain active indefinitely.

#### Select the template

In the **Template** field, choose the message template that will be sent when the automation triggers.

#### Enable and save

Make sure the **Event active** toggle is enabled and click **Create** to save your automation.

## Common cron expression examples

| Expression     | Meaning                                 |
| -------------- | --------------------------------------- |
| `0 9 * * 1`    | Every Monday at 9:00 AM                 |
| `0 10 * * 1-5` | Monday through Friday at 10:00 AM       |
| `0 18 * * 5`   | Every Friday at 6:00 PM                 |
| `0 9 1 * *`    | The first day of every month at 9:00 AM |
| `0 12 25 12 *` | December 25th at 12:00 PM               |

> **Info**
>
> Scheduled automations use the timezone configured in your agent. Make sure your agent's timezone is set correctly so messages are sent at the expected time.