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Countdown Timer

Set a target date and time and watch the live countdown tick.

Days
Hours
Minutes
Seconds

Set a countdown timer for any hours, minutes, and seconds and get an alert when time is up. Also includes a stopwatch for timing events. Works directly in your browser — no download needed. Perfect for cooking, workouts, meetings, and study sessions.

Features

Countdown Timer
Set hours, minutes, seconds — get notified when done.
Stopwatch
Start, stop, and lap timer for tracking elapsed time.
Audio Alert
Sound notification when countdown reaches zero.
Presets
Quick-set common durations: 1 min, 5 min, 25 min (Pomodoro).

How to Use the Timer

  1. Enter hours, minutes, and seconds for your countdown.
  2. Click Start.
  3. An alert sounds when the timer reaches zero.

FAQ

Does it work when the browser tab is in the background?

Yes — the timer continues running even if you switch tabs. The notification sounds when done.

What is a Pomodoro timer?

A Pomodoro is a 25-minute focused work session followed by a 5-minute break. Use our 25-minute preset for the Pomodoro technique.

Timer Tips

  • The Pomodoro Technique: 25 min work + 5 min break, repeat 4x, then take a longer break.
  • Use the stopwatch for HIIT workouts to time intervals.
  • Set a timer before starting a presentation to manage your speaking time.

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