Online Countdown Timer

Set a timer, hit start, and get a clear sound alert when it reaches zero. Presets, pause, reset, and a custom title included.

Free · No sign-up · Runs in your browser

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Minutes

Seconds

HOW IT WORKS

Set the time

Enter minutes and seconds, or tap a preset.

Start

The big display counts down with a progress bar.

Hear the alert

A sound plays when the timer reaches zero.

A clean countdown for any task

Sometimes you just need a reliable timer that is one tab away. This online countdown timer gives you a large, readable display, quick presets, and a clear sound alert — no app to install and no account to create.

Handy for

Presentations & demos — keep segments on time.
Pomodoro & focus — 25-minute work sprints.
Recording takes — time a screen capture or a talk.
Workouts & cooking — simple, loud, dependable.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the countdown timer make a sound?

Yes. When the timer reaches zero it plays an audible alert tone and the display turns red with a "Time's up" message. The sound uses your browser's audio, so make sure your volume is on.

Can I pause and resume the timer?

Yes. Hit Pause to stop the countdown and Resume to continue from where it left off. Reset returns it to your set time so you can start fresh.

Will the timer keep running if I switch tabs?

Yes. The timer tracks real elapsed time, so it stays accurate even if the tab is in the background — when you return, it shows the correct remaining time and will have alerted at zero.

Is it free and account-free?

Completely. There is no sign-up, no ads gating the tool, and it runs entirely in your browser. Great for presentations, workouts, study sessions, cooking, and timing screen recordings.

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