Countdown Timer
Set one or more countdown timers with audio alerts, progress rings, and fullscreen mode.
About the Countdown Timer
Our free online Countdown Timer lets you set precise countdowns with hours, minutes, and seconds. Whether you need a kitchen timer, a Pomodoro session, or a presentation countdown, this tool provides a clean, distraction-free experience with audio alerts when time is up.
Run multiple timers simultaneously, each with its own custom label and independent controls. Use fullscreen mode for presentations or focus sessions, and take advantage of keyboard shortcuts for hands-free control.
Frequently Asked Questions
A countdown timer counts down from a specified duration to zero. It is commonly used for cooking, exercising, studying, presentations, and any activity where you need to track a set amount of time. Our timer supports multiple simultaneous countdowns with audio and visual alerts.
The Pomodoro technique is a time management method that uses 25-minute focused work sessions followed by 5-minute breaks. Our countdown timer includes a 25-minute Pomodoro preset so you can start a Pomodoro session with a single click.
Yes! You can add as many timers as you need and run them all simultaneously. Each timer has its own label, controls, and progress ring, making it easy to track multiple activities at once.
Yes, the countdown continues even when you switch browser tabs. The browser tab title updates to show the remaining time so you can monitor progress at a glance. When any timer reaches zero, an audio alert plays to notify you.
The timer supports several keyboard shortcuts: Space to start or pause the selected timer, R to reset it, and Escape to exit fullscreen mode. These shortcuts make it easy to control the timer without using a mouse.