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Countdown timer

An online timer with presets and an alarm sound. Runs in your browser tab.

  • Free
  • No sign-up
  • Works on any device

About Countdown timer

Set minutes and seconds, press start, and an alarm sounds when time runs out. Presets cover 1, 5, 10 and 30 minutes for cooking, workouts, exams and meetings. Keep the tab open, since browsers can slow down timers in background tabs, and turn the sound on.

How to use Countdown timer

  1. Pick a preset or type your own hours, minutes and seconds.
  2. Press start and keep the tab open.
  3. Wait for the alarm sound when the time reaches zero.

Why use this tool?

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Frequently asked questions

Will the timer ring if I switch tabs?

Usually yes, but some browsers throttle background tabs, so the alarm may be slightly late. Keep the tab visible or in its own window for best accuracy.

Can I pause the timer and continue later?

Use the pause control to stop the count, then press start again to continue from where it stopped. Resetting returns it to the time you originally set.

Why is there no sound when the timer ends?

Check that your device volume is up and the tab is not muted. Some browsers also block sound until you have clicked on the page once, so press start yourself instead of reloading.

Is Countdown timer free?

Yes. Countdown timer on Toolipedia is free to use, with no sign-up and no watermark.

Is it safe to use?

Yes. Everything is worked out in your browser, and nothing you enter is sent to our server.

Does it work on my phone?

Yes. It works in any modern browser on Android and iPhone, as well as on tablets and computers. There's nothing to install.

Do I need an account?

No. Just open the page and use the tool. There's no sign-up and no email needed.

Can I put Countdown timer on my own website?

Yes. Use the Embed on your site button under the tool to copy a short piece of code and paste it into your page. It is free, needs no account, and the tool keeps working inside your page.

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