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Free Online Countdown Timer
Set a custom countdown for studying, cooking, exercise, meetings, breaks, or everyday tasks. This free countdown timer runs in your browser with no account or download required.
Ready when you are
How to use the countdown timer
Enter minutes and seconds or choose a preset. Select Start to begin, Pause to stop temporarily, and Reset to return to your chosen duration. Focus mode expands the timer to fill your screen on supported browsers.
Useful timer lengths
Try 5 minutes for a quick break, 10–15 minutes for a short task, 25 minutes for a focus session, or 45–60 minutes for longer work blocks.
Does it work on mobile?
Yes. Open this page in a modern mobile or desktop browser. Keep the tab open while timing; browser power-saving settings can affect background activity.
Countdown timer for studying
A countdown can make a large study session feel more manageable. Choose a focused interval, put distracting tabs aside, and work on one clearly defined task until the timer ends. Afterward, take a short break and decide what to tackle next. The 25-minute preset is a popular starting point, but the best interval is the one that fits your attention and task.
Countdown timer for cooking
Use a timer to keep track of boiling, baking, steeping, resting, or preparation time. Set the duration recommended by your recipe and keep following the recipe’s safety guidance. For food that needs attention, stay nearby rather than relying only on an alarm.
Countdown timer for workouts
Set a work interval for bodyweight exercises, stretching, circuit training, or rest between sets. You can quickly choose 30 seconds by entering the time manually, or use longer presets for a workout block. Adjust intervals to your fitness level and stop if you feel pain or unwell.
Countdown timer for meetings and breaks
A visible countdown helps a team keep a meeting on schedule or gives you a clear end point for a break. Choose a duration before you start so you can focus on the activity instead of checking the clock repeatedly.
Tips for getting accurate results
Keep this browser tab open while the countdown runs. The timer calculates remaining time from the clock, so it can catch up after brief pauses in screen updates; however, device sleep, battery-saving modes, or browser restrictions can affect alerts. If you need a critical reminder, use a dedicated alarm as a backup.
Choose a preset for speed or enter your own duration in the minutes and seconds fields. Seconds should be between 0 and 59. Reset returns the timer to the duration currently shown in the fields, while Pause lets you resume the remaining time later.
Frequently asked questions
Is this countdown timer free?
Yes, it is free to use and does not require registration.
Can I set a custom time?
Yes. Enter a number of minutes and seconds before starting the timer.
Does the timer send data to a server?
The countdown itself runs locally in your browser and does not need an account.