Will it make a sound when the timer ends?

Yes, it plays a short alarm tone. Because browsers require a user action first, make sure you have clicked on the page so sound is allowed.

Is it accurate in the background?

Yes. It is based on the clock, so it stays accurate even if the tab is not focused.

Will the timer work if I close the tab?

No. Keep the page open. Browsers may also delay sounds or visual updates when a device suspends the tab.

Productivity & Time

Online Timer

A free countdown timer with presets that rings an alarm when time is up.

Free browser toolRuns in your browserNo sign-up

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About the Online Timer

Set a countdown timer for anything: cooking, workouts, study sessions, presentations or games. Enter minutes and seconds, or tap a quick preset, and the timer counts down with a clear progress bar.

When the time runs out it plays an alarm sound in your browser, so you do not have to watch the clock. You can pause, resume and reset at any time.

It runs entirely on your device and stays accurate while the tab is open.

Key features

Set any minutes and seconds
Quick presets (1 to 30 minutes)
Progress bar and alarm sound
Pause, resume and reset

How to use

1Set the time or pick a preset.
2Select Start.
3Hear the alarm when time is up.

Examples

Five-minute countdown

Input: 5 minutes

Output: Countdown to 00:00 followed by an alert sound

Pause, resume or reset the timer at any point.

Frequently asked questions

Will it make a sound when the timer ends?: Yes, it plays a short alarm tone. Because browsers require a user action first, make sure you have clicked on the page so sound is allowed.
Is it accurate in the background?: Yes. It is based on the clock, so it stays accurate even if the tab is not focused.
Will the timer work if I close the tab?: No. Keep the page open. Browsers may also delay sounds or visual updates when a device suspends the tab.

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