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About the Timer
Set a countdown in hours, minutes and seconds, then start, pause and reset as needed. When the timer reaches zero it plays an alarm so you don't miss it.
It's great for cooking, workouts, study sessions, presentations and games. The timer runs in your browser based on real elapsed time, so it stays accurate even if you switch tabs.
Features
- Set hours, minutes and seconds
- Start, pause and reset controls
- Audible alarm when time runs out
- Accurate, based on real elapsed time
- Runs entirely in your browser
- Free with no sign-up
How to use the countdown timer
- Enter the hours, minutes and seconds you need.
- Press Start to begin the countdown.
- Use Pause to stop and resume at any time.
- Listen for the alarm when the timer reaches zero.
Frequently asked questions
Does the timer keep running in the background?
It's based on real elapsed time, so it stays accurate even if you switch tabs. Keep the tab open to hear the alarm.
Will it make a sound?
Yes, it plays a short alarm tone when the countdown reaches zero, if your browser allows audio.
Can I pause and resume?
Yes. Pause stops the countdown and Start resumes it from where it left off.
Is it free?
Yes, completely free with no sign-up.