Online Timer
Set a countdown timer for cooking, studying, workouts, or any task. Just enter the time and hit start.
How to Use the Online Timer
Enter your desired duration in minutes and seconds, or tap one of the quick preset buttons for common intervals like 1, 5, 10, or 30 minutes. Click Start and the timer counts down in real time. When it hits zero, an audio alert plays to let you know time is up.
You can pause and resume the timer at any time, or reset it to start over with a new duration. Your browser tab needs to stay open, but you can switch to other tabs while the timer runs.
Timer vs. Alarm vs. Stopwatch
The timer counts down from a set duration — ideal for cooking, study sessions, or workout intervals. If you need an alert at a specific clock time (like 7:00 AM), use the online alarm clock instead. To measure elapsed time counting upward, try the online stopwatch.
For longer-term countdowns to a specific future date (like a birthday or launch), the countdown tool shows days, hours, minutes, and seconds remaining.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I use the online timer?
Enter the minutes and seconds, then click Start. The timer counts down and plays a sound when it reaches zero. For timing a specific clock time instead, use the alarm clock.
Can I use quick preset timers?
Yes. Use the quick timer buttons (1 min, 5 min, 10 min, etc.) for common time intervals.
Will the timer work in the background?
The timer continues running as long as the tab is open, even if you switch to another tab.
What is the difference between the timer and the countdown?
The timer counts down from a duration (minutes and seconds), while the countdown counts down to a specific future date and time. Use the timer for short tasks and the countdown for events like birthdays or deadlines.
Can I measure elapsed time instead of counting down?
Yes — use the online stopwatch to count up and measure how long something takes, with lap time support.