Bookmarking websites or URLs is handy as you may always return to these pages without memorising their links. However, how about taking it a step further? On Windows, opening or launching specific URLs or websites at a given time is possible. We will show you how to open a website with Task Scheduler.
There is a lot you may do with the Task Scheduler, like planning shutdowns or power on, creating repeating alarms, turn WiFi on and off, and more. Keep reading to learn how to open a website at specific times.
Set Task Scheduler to Open a Website
Step 1: Click on the Taskbar’s magnifying lens, type scheduler and click the Task Scheduler app.
Step 2: Click Create Basic Task on the right pane.
Step 3: Name the task and click Next.
Step 4: From available options, pick a frequency and click Next.
Step 5: Select a duration and hit Next. This duration signifies how long this activity will occur.
Step 6: Select Start a program and click Next.
Step 7: Click the Browse button and navigate to the program you need to use to open the URL, then input the URL in the Add arguments (optional) text field.
Step 8: Click the Finish button.
Step 9: Now, you may click Run to test the new task.
How Do I Schedule Websites to Open With Third-Party Tools?
If you do not want to go with the native Task Scheduler tool, you may use third-party tools. There are a few options that seem to work well. Some tools we have tried and liked are Auto Page Opener and WebScheduler.
Auto Page Opener
With the help of the Chrome plugin Auto Page Opener, you can program websites to open at predetermined times and days of the week automatically. Or you can program a website to open just once on a certain day. From the Google Chrome page, you can install Auto Page Opener.
WebScheduler
Chrome, Firefox, and Edge have a comparable extension called WebScheduler. However, when scheduled web pages open, this plugin also plays an alarm. Look at the download links below for help finding and installing this browser extension.
Try Webscheduler for Chrome, Firefox, Edge.
FAQ on Opening a Website With the Task Scheduler
1. Can you add a specific Web page to Windows task bar?
By clicking the lock icon to the left of a URL and dragging it toward the browser icon, you may drag a web resource or link to the taskbar.
2. What is the shortcut to open the browser Task Manager?
The task manager can be started using one of two approaches. You may access Chrome’s menu by selecting the More button in the top-right corner. Select Task Manager from More Tools by going there next. Alternately, use the keyboard shortcut Shift + Esc.
Automatically Opening Your Favorite Web Resources
There you have it – the best ways of opening a website at a pre-fixed time using the Task Scheduler. We recommend using the Task Scheduler, but third-party applications or extensions should suffice.
Remember to only download extensions that you trust and always use an antivirus to avoid malware infection.