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ShiftBox
Free tool

Online shift schedule generator

Create a 1/2, 2/2, 3/3, or 1/3 template in a minute, sanity-check the month, and use it as a starting point for your team.

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1 min

to a first monthly grid

4 cycles

available in the generator

$0

for basic use

At a glance
What it does
Free
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A fast template generator without sign-up. It does not replace full time tracking, but it is great for a first draft.

builds a shift calendar for the selected month
supports 1/2, 2/2, 3/3, and 1/3 cycles
shows basic work vs rest day stats

Schedule parameters

For larger teams and more shift patterns, sign up

The date when the rotation cycle begins

How to use the generator

1

Choose parameters

Set headcount and schedule type (1/2, 2/2, 3/3, or 1/3).

2

Click “Generate schedule”

The page builds the roster from your inputs.

3

Use the calendar

Review the month on screen. File export is not available yet—screenshot or move to ShiftBox for saved schedules.

What the generator covers

  • Builds a monthly shift calendar.
  • Supports staggered rotation across employees.
  • Shows work/off cells and short stats.
  • Pick a cycle start date and move between months.
  • Stores parameters locally in the browser.

The tool helps you draft a monthly roster without Excel. Pick a pattern, set the cycle start, and review the calendar.

Who it is for

Cafés, restaurants, and coffee shops on 2/2 or 3/3.
Retail stores with repeating cycles.
Warehouses and light industry on 1/3.
Security and service teams with rotating shifts.

Important

This builds a template only. It does not validate local labor rules or company policies. Use ShiftBox for overtime control and saved schedules.

FAQ

Shift schedule FAQ

Short answers on patterns, headcount, and limits.

Which patterns are supported?
1/2, 2/2, 3/3, and 1/3. For other rules, use ShiftBox or adjust manually.
How do I set the cycle start?
Pick the first work day in the cycle—the grid is built from that anchor for the selected month.
How many employees can I add?
Each pattern has a maximum headcount. The form shows the limit next to the input.
Can I switch months?
Yes—use the arrows. The calendar recalculates for that month.
Do I need an account? Can I download?
No sign-up. File export is not available yet—use a screenshot; ShiftBox stores schedules.
Does this check legal overtime limits?
No—this is a layout template. Use the full product for norms and overtime tracking.
Full ShiftBox

Need more than a one-off template?

ShiftBox saves schedules, notifies staff, tracks hours, and highlights overtime—not only a basic monthly draft.

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