TimeLab

Free Online Countdown Timer

Set custom countdown timers for cooking, workouts, studying, or any activity. Simple, reliable, and completely free to use.

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No downloads • Works on all devices • Audio alerts

Popular Timer Presets

1 min Quick tasks 5 min Break timer 10 min Exercise 15 min Cooking 25 min Focus work 30 min Study session

Perfect For Every Activity

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Cooking & Baking

Perfect timing for recipes, from boiling eggs to baking cookies. Never overcook again!

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Workouts & Exercise

Time your intervals, rest periods, and total workout duration with precision.

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Study Sessions

Structured study time with regular breaks to maximize learning and retention.

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Meditation

Set peaceful timers for meditation sessions with gentle audio notifications.

Timer Features

🎯 Precise Timing: Set exact hours, minutes, and seconds for any countdown need.

⏸️ Full Control: Start, pause, resume, and reset your timer anytime.

🔊 Audio Alerts: Choose from pleasant notification sounds or use silent mode.

📱 Mobile Friendly: Works perfectly on phones, tablets, and computers.

🎨 Visual Progress: Beautiful circular progress indicator shows time remaining.

⚡ Lightning Fast: Loads instantly with no downloads or installations required.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the maximum timer duration?

You can set timers up to 23 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds - perfect for any timing need from seconds to almost a full day.

Will the timer work if I close the browser?

The timer needs your browser tab to stay open to function properly. However, it will continue running if you switch to other tabs or minimize the browser.

Can I use multiple timers at once?

Currently, our countdown timer supports one timer at a time. For multiple simultaneous timers, check out our multi-timer tool.

Are there keyboard shortcuts?

Yes! Press spacebar to start/pause the timer, and 'R' to reset. These shortcuts work when the timer is in focus.