⏱️ Countdown Timer

Stay focused and productive with customizable countdown alerts

00:00:00

Custom Duration

⌨️ Keyboard Shortcuts

Start/Pause Timer Space
Reset Timer R
Toggle Dark Mode D

⚙️ Settings

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🔔 Browser Notifications

Get notified even when this tab is in the background.

⏱️ Multiple Timers

Run multiple countdown timers simultaneously

📚 How It Works

This countdown timer helps you stay on track by counting down from a specified time duration to zero. When the timer reaches zero, it will trigger an alert (sound and/or notification) to notify you that time is up.

How to Use:

  • Quick Start: Click any preset button (1 min, 5 min, etc.) to instantly start a countdown
  • Custom Duration: Enter your own hours, minutes, and seconds, then click Start
  • Pause & Resume: Pause the timer at any time and resume where you left off
  • Multiple Timers: Add multiple countdown timers to track different tasks simultaneously
  • Background Operation: The timer continues running even when you switch tabs or minimize your browser

💡 Tips for Best Results

🎯 Pomodoro Technique

Use 25-minute work sessions followed by 5-minute breaks. After 4 sessions, take a longer 15-30 minute break.

🔊 Sound Selection

Choose a sound that's noticeable but not jarring. The gentle chime works well for meditation and focus work.

🔔 Enable Notifications

Turn on browser notifications so you'll be alerted even when working in other tabs or applications.

⚡ Keyboard Shortcuts

Use spacebar to quickly start/pause and 'R' to reset. This keeps you in flow without reaching for the mouse.

Common Use Cases:

  • Productivity: Pomodoro technique, time blocking, focus sessions
  • Cooking: Baking timers, pasta cooking, steeping tea
  • Fitness: Workout intervals, rest periods, tabata training
  • Study: Exam practice, reading sessions, memorization drills
  • Meditation: Timed meditation sessions, breathing exercises

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

This timer is designed to continue running in the background even when you switch tabs or minimize your browser. However, if you completely close the browser window or tab, the timer will stop. To ensure you're alerted when time is up while working in other tabs, make sure to enable browser notifications. Keep the tab open but feel free to work elsewhere—you'll receive a notification when your countdown completes.

Yes! Use the "Multiple Timers" section to add as many countdown timers as you need. This is perfect for tracking different tasks simultaneously—for example, you might have one timer for your work session and another for your lunch break. Each timer operates independently with its own alert when it completes.

Go to the Settings section and adjust the volume slider to your preferred level (0-100%). You can also select different alert sounds from the dropdown menu—options include Classic Beep, Gentle Chime, Bell, and Digital Alert. Use the "Preview" button to test each sound before your timer completes. Your preferences are automatically saved for future sessions.

The traditional Pomodoro Technique uses 25-minute focus sessions followed by 5-minute breaks. After completing four "pomodoros," take a longer 15-30 minute break. However, feel free to adjust these intervals based on your work style—some people prefer 50-minute work sessions with 10-minute breaks. Experiment to find what maximizes your productivity and focus.

Once the page is loaded, the timer will continue to function even if you lose internet connection. All timing calculations happen locally in your browser, so you don't need an active internet connection for the countdown to work. However, you'll need to be online when first loading the page.

Absolutely! Press the Spacebar to start or pause the timer, press 'R' to reset it, and press 'D' to toggle dark mode. These shortcuts help you control the timer quickly without interrupting your workflow. The shortcuts work as long as you're not actively typing in an input field.

When the timer completes, several things happen: the display changes to show "00:00:00" with a success color, your selected alert sound plays, a browser notification appears (if enabled), and the timer display celebrates with a brief animation. The timer will remain at zero until you reset it or start a new countdown.

Yes, your preferences (alert sound, volume level, dark mode setting) are automatically saved in your browser's local storage. When you return to the timer, your settings will be restored. However, active countdown timers are not saved if you close the browser—you'll need to restart them when you return.

Countdown timers are perfect for time-based activities where you know the duration but not the exact end time. Unlike alarms which require you to calculate when a task will finish, countdown timers let you simply set "15 minutes" and go. They're ideal for cooking, workouts, study sessions, and the Pomodoro Technique. Plus, this browser-based timer is accessible from any device without installing apps.