Online Timer: Count Down to Anything

Set custom timers for cooking, workouts, study sessions, and breaks. Simple, free, and reliable.

Online Timer: Count Down to Anything

Set custom timers for cooking, workouts, study sessions, and breaks. Simple, free, and reliable.

Sometimes you just need to know when time's up. Not in a complicated way—just a simple, reliable countdown that tells you when to stop, when to switch, or when to check on dinner. That's what our timer does, and it does it well.

Set any duration you need. Seconds, minutes, hours—whatever your task requires. Watch the numbers tick down. Hear a gentle alert when time's up. Get back to what matters without worrying about the clock.

Use it for boiling eggs and baking bread. For workouts and meditation. For study sessions and quick breaks. For keeping meetings on track and presentations within limits. It's just a timer—but sometimes simple is exactly what you need.

Bookmark this page and always have a countdown ready when you need one.

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Common Questions

How do I set a custom time?
Simple—just click the hours, minutes, or seconds and type the number you want. Or use the plus and minus buttons to adjust. Once your time is set, hit start and watch it count down. You can pause anytime and restart exactly where you left off.
Does the timer keep working if I switch tabs?
It sure does. Your countdown keeps running even when you're in another tab. When time's up, you'll hear an alert so you never miss it. Just don't close the tab entirely—that resets everything.
What's the maximum time I can set?
You can set up to 99 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds. That's nearly four full days. If you need longer than that, you might be thinking in weeks—and we have countdown tools for that too.
Can I use this on my phone?
Absolutely. Works perfectly on any device—phone, tablet, laptop, desktop. Same simple interface, same reliable countdown. The buttons are big enough to tap easily, so you can cook with your phone on the counter or time workouts at the gym.
What's the difference between timer and countdown?
Great question. A timer counts down from a set time to zero—like an egg timer. A countdown often counts down to a specific date or event—like days until Christmas. We have both. Use this timer for quick tasks and our dedicated countdown page for longer events.

In the Kitchen: Your Perfect Cooking Companion

Ever ruined dinner because you forgot to set a timer? We've all been there. The difference between perfect pasta and mushy noodles is about two minutes. Between cookies and charcoal is even less. Keep our timer open while you cook. Set it for simmering sauces, roasting vegetables, and resting meat. Let it remind you when to check the bread, flip the fish, or take the cake out of the oven. Your food will taste better, and you'll stop anxiously watching the clock.

For Workouts and Fitness

Timers are essential for effective training. Interval workouts need precise work and rest periods. Circuit training requires timing each station. Even simple activities like planks and wall sits benefit from knowing exactly how long you've held. Set your work intervals, rest periods, and cool-downs. Focus on your form instead of counting seconds. Push yourself because you know exactly when the pain ends. Your workouts will improve, and you'll actually enjoy the process more.

Study Sessions and Deep Work

Research shows that working in timed blocks boosts focus. Knowing you only have 25 or 45 minutes to concentrate makes it easier to start. The countdown creates healthy urgency without the anxiety of open-ended work. Set a timer for your study session. Close distractions and work until it rings. Take a short break. Repeat. You'll get more done in less time, with less mental fatigue. It sounds too simple to work, but try it once and see.

Breaks and Mindfulness

Timers aren't just for work—they're for rest too. How often do you sit down for a five-minute break and emerge forty-five minutes later, wondering where the time went? A timer keeps breaks from becoming black holes. Set five minutes for a proper mental reset. Ten minutes for tea and stretching. Twenty minutes for a power nap (without oversleeping). Let the timer guard your rest so you can actually relax, knowing you'll be alerted when it's time to return.

Why Our Timer Is the One You'll Use

Here's what makes our timer different: it's exactly as simple as a timer should be. No ads screaming for attention. No complicated settings. No accounts or sign-ups. Just a clean countdown that does one thing well. Set any duration instantly. Watch it count down clearly. Hear a pleasant alert when time's up. Pause, reset, start again. That's it. Because a timer shouldn't be the most complicated part of your day.