Online timer

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Free timer with an alarm sound

Set hours, minutes and seconds, or click a preset, and the timer counts down and sounds an alarm when it reaches zero. The remaining time also appears in your browser tab title, so you can follow it even while working in another window. Keep your device's sound on to hear the alarm.

Common uses

To measure how long something takes, use the online stopwatch. To know the exact time right now, see the online clock.

Frequently asked questions

How do I set the timer?

Enter hours, minutes and seconds (or click a preset such as 5 or 25 minutes) and press Start. When it reaches zero, an alarm sounds.

Does the alarm sound when the tab is in the background?

Yes, in most browsers. The remaining time also appears in the tab title, so you can follow it without opening the page.

Can I use it for the Pomodoro technique?

Yes. Use the preset buttons for 25 minutes of focus and 5 minutes of break.

Does the timer work on a phone?

It does, but keep the screen on and the device sound enabled so you can hear the alarm.