Online Timer
1, 5, 10 & 30 Minute Timer — Free
A simple, free online timer for studying, cooking, workouts and exams. Pick a quick preset below — 1 minute timer, 5 minute timer, 10 minute timer, 30 minute timer — or set any custom time you need.
Popular Timers
What Students Use This Timer For
Pomodoro study sessions
Use the 30 minute timer for a focused study block, or the 5 minute timer for a short break between sessions — a simple way to structure revision without losing track of time.
Timed practice tests
Set a 10 minute timer or 30 minute timer to simulate exam conditions for a section of TN Board, CBSE, NEET or JEE practice questions.
Quick recall drills
The 1 minute timer is ideal for flashcard sprints or quick memory recall drills — see how many formulas or vocabulary words you can recall before time runs out.
Everyday timing
Works just as well outside studying — cooking, workouts, presentations, or any task where you need a clear, free online timer with no app download.
Free Online Timer — 1, 5, 10 and 30 Minute Timer
This online timer is a free, no-signup countdown tool that works instantly in your browser on any device. Whether you need a quick 1 minute timer for a recall drill, a 5 minute timer for a short break, a 10 minute timer for a timed quiz section, or a 30 minute timer for a focused study block, just pick a preset above and press Start.
You can also set any custom duration in minutes and seconds. The timer counts down visually, plays a sound when it finishes (optional), and needs no installation or account — just open the page and start timing.
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Yes — this timer is completely free with no signup, no download and no time limit on how often you use it. It works directly in your browser.
Click the "5 min" or "10 min" preset button above the countdown, then press Start. You can also use "1 min" and "30 min," or enter any custom minutes and seconds and click Set.
Yes, the countdown keeps running in the background. Keep this tab open and, if sound is enabled, you'll hear an alert when time is up even if you're on another tab.
Yes — many students use the 30 minute timer for focused study blocks and the 5 minute timer for short breaks in between, a simple version of the Pomodoro technique.
Yes, the timer is fully responsive and works on any phone, tablet or laptop browser without needing an app.