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Online Timer

Set precise countdown timers with custom durations, labels, and notifications. Perfect for workouts, cooking, meetings, and more.

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Precise countdown timer with millisecond accuracy

Custom durations • Multiple timers • Sound notifications • Progress tracking

Set Timer

Create custom countdown timers for any purpose

Quick presets • Custom duration • Add labels • Sound alerts

Quick Presets

Timer Status

No timer running

Set a duration and click Start to begin

How to Use the Online Timer

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Quick Start

  1. Set Duration: Use the time inputs to set hours, minutes, and seconds
  2. Add Label: Enter a descriptive label like "Pomodoro" or "Workout"
  3. Choose Sound: Select from available timer sounds or use default
  4. Start Timer: Click "Start Timer" to begin countdown
  5. Monitor Progress: Watch the visual countdown and progress bar

Quick Presets

  • 5 Minutes: Perfect for short breaks or quick tasks
  • 15 Minutes: Ideal for focused work sessions
  • 25 Minutes: Classic Pomodoro technique timing
  • 30 Minutes: Medium workout or study session
  • 60 Minutes: Long work blocks or cooking times
  • Custom Duration: Set any time from seconds to hours
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Advanced Features

  • Multiple Timers: Run several timers simultaneously
  • Pause/Resume: Pause timer and resume when ready
  • Visual Progress: Circular progress bar with countdown
  • Sound Alerts: Choose from multiple alert sounds
  • Precision Timing: Accurate to the second
  • Browser Notifications: Get alerts even when tab is inactive
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Popular Use Cases

  • Cooking: Time recipes, baking, and food preparation
  • Workouts: Time exercise intervals and rest periods
  • Study Sessions: Pomodoro technique and focused learning
  • Work Productivity: Time-blocked work sessions
  • Meetings: Track presentation and discussion time
  • Meditation: Time mindfulness and breathing sessions
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Perfect Cooking Timer

  • Multiple Dishes: Set different timers for various cooking stages
  • Boiling Eggs: 3-4 min soft, 6-7 min medium, 10+ min hard
  • Pasta: Follow package instructions, usually 8-12 minutes
  • Baking: Set timer for checking doneness before completion
  • Resting Meat: Let steaks rest 5-10 minutes after cooking
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Productivity Techniques

  • Pomodoro: 25 min work + 5 min break cycles
  • Time Boxing: Allocate specific time blocks for tasks
  • 90-Minute Rule: Focus sessions based on natural attention cycles
  • Meeting Timer: Keep meetings on track with time limits
  • Break Reminders: Regular breaks to prevent burnout

⏰ Timer Tips & Tricks

Browser Tab: Keep the timer tab open and active for reliable alerts and sound notifications

Sound Volume: Ensure your device volume is up and browser allows sound for timer alerts

Multiple Timers: Use different labels to track multiple activities simultaneously

Notification Permission: Allow browser notifications to get alerts even when tab is inactive

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