Online Countdown Timer — Free Custom Timer with Sound

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Countdown Timer is a free web-based timer with customizable duration presets (1 min to 1 hour), audio chime alerts, progress bar tracking, and auto-restart loop capabilities.

How to Use

  1. Select Duration Preset

    Pick a quick preset (e.g. 5m, 15m, 25m Pomodoro) or enter hours, minutes, and seconds.

  2. Start Countdown

    Click "Start Timer" to begin the countdown with visual progress tracking.

  3. Hear Audio Alarm

    A pleasant audio chime alerts you as soon as the countdown hits zero.

Effective time-boxing is the key to deep work. Our Countdown Timer offers popular intervals for Pomodoro sprints, kitchen baking, exam timings, and YouTube Live game countdowns.

Synthesized Web Audio chimes guarantee that alerts play smoothly without relying on external MP3 asset downloads.

Who Uses This

Pomodoro Study Sprints

Structure 25-minute focus intervals followed by 5-minute restorative breaks.

Cooking & Baking

Accurately time oven roasts, boiling pasta, and tea steeping without burning meals.

Classrooms & Livestreams

Display prominent countdown clocks for group activities, quizzes, and livestream segments.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will the timer alert sound play if my screen is locked?
As long as your browser tab remains open, the Web Audio synthesized chime will play upon timer completion.
Can I add extra time while the timer is running?
Yes, simply click "+1 Min" to extend your active countdown on the fly.
Can I use this as a Pomodoro timer?
Yes, select the 25 Min preset and enable the auto-restart loop for recurring study cycles.