How to Schedule Scenarios in Make.com

Automating your workflows in make.com is most powerful when your scenarios run at the right time. This guide explains, step by step, how to schedule scenarios so they execute automatically and reliably according to your preferred timing.

The instructions below are based on the official scheduling options provided in the scenario editor, including basic intervals and more advanced settings for specific days and times.

Understanding Make.com Scenario Scheduling

Every scenario in make.com needs a schedule that defines when it starts running. Without a proper schedule, your automations will not trigger automatically and you will have to run them manually each time.

Scheduling is configured directly in the scenario editor. You can choose from several schedule types and refine them with advanced options to match your exact timing needs.

Open Your Scenario in Make.com

Before you can set up or change the schedule, you need to open the relevant scenario.

1. Log in to your make.com account.
2. Go to the Scenarios section in your dashboard.
3. Click the scenario you want to schedule to open it in the scenario editor.

Once the editor is open, you will see the canvas with your modules and controls for running, saving, and scheduling.

Access the Make.com Scheduling Dialog

The schedule is configured through the scenario settings panel.

1. In the scenario editor toolbar, locate the Schedule control (often represented by a clock icon or a text label).
2. Click the Schedule control to open the scheduling dialog.

This dialog lets you select the schedule type and defines exactly when the scenario should start and repeat.

Choose a Schedule Type in Make.com

The main schedule types in make.com are based on time intervals and calendar patterns. The exact names and options can vary, but the most common types include:

• Immediately and then at regular intervals
• Every X minutes or hours
• Daily or weekly at a specific time
• Custom time settings with advanced options

Select the type that best matches how often the scenario should run.

Schedule a Regular Interval in Make.com

Use a regular interval when your scenario must run repeatedly after a fixed amount of time.

1. In the schedule dialog, choose an interval-based option, such as Every or At regular intervals.
2. Enter the interval value, for example:
   • Every 5 minutes
   • Every 1 hour
   • Every 6 hours
3. Confirm the time zone if it is displayed, so the timing is accurate.
4. Save the schedule settings.

After saving, your scenario will run automatically at the interval you set, starting from the next possible run time.

Schedule Specific Days and Times in Make.com

If you only want your scenario to run on certain days or at a precise time of day, use calendar-based scheduling.

1. In the schedule dialog, select an option such as Daily or Weekly.
2. Set the time of day when the scenario should start, for example 09:00.
3. If you choose a weekly schedule, select the specific days of the week, such as Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
4. Verify the time zone setting to ensure that the run time matches your local or required business time.
5. Save the scheduling configuration.

This approach is ideal for end-of-day processes, weekly reports, or any workflow tied to business hours.

Use Advanced Make.com Schedule Options

Depending on the scenario and trigger type, you may see additional advanced options that refine how and when the schedule runs.

Start Date and Time

Some schedule types let you set an explicit start date and time.

• Choose the calendar date when the scenario should begin running.
• Set the time for the first execution.
• Make sure the start date is not in the past to avoid confusion about when it will run.

Setting a start date is useful for planned launches, such as a campaign beginning next week.

Time Zone Configuration in Make.com

The schedule runs according to a defined time zone. In many cases, this is your account time zone, but you may be able to adjust it per scenario.

• Check the time zone displayed in the scheduling dialog.
• If applicable, change it to the correct time zone for your team or your customers.
• Confirm that all scheduled hours and days still match your expectations after the change.

Accurate time zone configuration prevents scenarios from running too early or too late, especially for international operations.

Activate the Scenario Schedule

After setting the schedule, the scenario must be turned on so the platform can execute it automatically.

1. In the scenario editor, look for the main toggle that enables or disables the scenario.
2. Switch the scenario On to activate both the scenario and its schedule.
3. Save any pending changes in the editor.

If the scenario remains turned off, the schedule settings will not have any effect and no automatic runs will occur.

Test Your Make.com Schedule

Before relying on the schedule for critical processes, confirm that it behaves as expected.

1. Manually run the scenario once from the editor to make sure there are no configuration errors.
2. Check the execution log to verify successful completion.
3. Wait for the next scheduled time and review whether the scenario runs automatically.
4. Inspect any output data or target systems to confirm the results.

Testing lets you detect timing issues, missing data, or unexpected behavior early, before the scenario is used in production.

Adjust or Disable a Make.com Schedule

You can edit or temporarily pause a schedule at any time.

Edit an Existing Schedule

1. Open the scenario in the editor.
2. Click the Schedule control to reopen the scheduling dialog.
3. Change the interval, days, or time settings as required.
4. Save the updated configuration.

Edits take effect for the next cycle. The current or past runs are not affected.

Disable Scheduling Without Deleting the Scenario

If you want to stop automatic runs but keep the scenario for later use, you can disable it.

• Use the main scenario toggle to turn the scenario Off.
• Alternatively, change the schedule so that it no longer has active times, depending on the options available.

When disabled, the scenario can still be run manually from the editor if needed.

Learn More About Make.com Scheduling

For the most detailed and up-to-date explanation of schedule types, fields, and limitations, review the official documentation here: Make.com scheduling documentation.

If you need strategic help designing automation schedules, optimization, or integration patterns around your scenarios, you can also consult an external automation specialist such as Consultevo.

Recap: Key Steps to Schedule in Make.com

• Open your scenario in the editor.
• Click the Schedule control.
• Select the schedule type: interval, daily, weekly, or custom.
• Configure days, times, and time zone.
• Save your settings.
• Turn the scenario On.
• Test manual and scheduled runs to confirm everything works.

By following these steps, you can ensure your make.com scenarios run automatically at the right moment, keeping your business processes consistent, reliable, and efficient.

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