Countdown Timer

What is a Countdown Timer?

A countdown timer is a virtual clock that counts down from a specified time interval to zero. Our free online countdown timer is perfect for time management, productivity techniques like Pomodoro, cooking, workouts, presentations, studying, and any activity where you need to track time. With customizable durations, sound alerts, browser notifications, and fullscreen mode, it's a versatile tool for staying on track and managing your time effectively. Set it once and let the timer keep you accountable!

Key Features

• Quick presets for common durations: 5 minutes (short break), 25 minutes (Pomodoro), 45 minutes (focus time), and 60 minutes (1 hour)
• Custom timer settings - set any duration from seconds to hours
• Beautiful circular progress indicator showing remaining time visually
• Large, easy-to-read digital display with hours, minutes, and seconds
• Sound alarm that plays when timer finishes - with multiple beeps to ensure you notice
• Browser notification support - get alerts even when the tab is in background
• Pause and resume functionality - life happens, pause when needed
• Fullscreen mode for distraction-free timing experience
• Auto-save feature - your last timer setting is remembered
• Visual flash effect when time is up
• Color-coded progress bar that changes based on remaining time (green, yellow, red)
• Page title shows countdown - see timer in browser tab
• Fully responsive design - works on desktop, tablet, and mobile devices
• No registration required - start timing immediately
• Completely free with no limitations

How to Use the Countdown Timer

1. Choose a quick preset (5, 25, 45, or 60 minutes) or set a custom time using the hour, minute, and second inputs
2. Enable sound alert if you want to hear an alarm when time is up
3. Enable browser notifications if you want alerts even when the tab is in background (you'll be asked for permission)
4. Click 'Start' to begin the countdown
5. Watch the progress circle and digital display count down
6. Click 'Pause' if you need to temporarily stop the timer - you can resume later
7. Click 'Reset' to clear the current countdown and start over
8. Click 'Fullscreen' for a larger, distraction-free timer display
9. When the timer reaches zero, you'll see a visual flash, hear a sound (if enabled), and get a notification (if enabled)

Common Use Cases

• Pomodoro Technique - 25-minute focused work sessions followed by 5-minute breaks
• Cooking and baking - time your recipes perfectly
• Workout intervals - HIIT, Tabata, circuit training timers
• Study sessions - focused learning periods with scheduled breaks
• Meditation and mindfulness - timed meditation sessions
• Presentations and speeches - practice with time limits
• Task time boxing - allocate specific time blocks for tasks
• Gaming - speedrun practice or cooldown timers
• Laundry and household chores - remember to switch loads or check on tasks
• Parking meters - track your parking time
• Tea and coffee brewing - steep for the perfect amount of time
• Meeting time management - keep discussions on schedule
• Exercise rest periods - time your rest between sets
• Digital detox - limit social media or screen time
• Kids' activities - screen time limits or timeout timer