About the Countdown Timer
Set a countdown for cooking, studying, workouts, meetings or a quick break. Type the hours, minutes and seconds, or pick a preset such as 5, 15 or 25 minutes — perfect for the Pomodoro technique.
The remaining time is shown in a large display with a progress ring and in the browser tab title, so you can keep an eye on it while you work in another tab. When time is up you will hear a short beep and see an alert; you can also turn on a browser notification.
How to use the Countdown Timer
- Enter the hours, minutes and seconds, or click a preset such as “25 min”.
- Press “Start” to begin the countdown.
- Use “Pause” and “Resume” if you need a break, or “Reset” to start over.
- Optionally click “Notify me when time is up” to get a browser notification.
Frequently asked questions
Will the timer work if I switch tabs?
Yes. The timer counts down to a fixed end time rather than counting ticks, so it stays accurate in the background. The tab title shows the time left while it runs.
Why can’t I hear the alarm?
Check that your device is not muted and that the browser tab is allowed to play sound. The beep is generated by your browser, so no audio file needs to load.
Do I have to allow notifications?
No. Notifications are optional and only requested if you click “Notify me when time is up”. Without them you still get the beep and the on-screen alert.
What is a 25-minute timer for?
It is the classic Pomodoro work session: focus for 25 minutes, then take a 5-minute break. Both are available as presets.