Set a countdown timer for any duration, or use a stopwatch with lap tracking, right in your browser. Useful for workouts, cooking, presentations, or timing anything else.
How This Countdown Timer and Stopwatch Works
Switch to the “Countdown Timer” tab, enter the hours, minutes, and seconds you want to count down from, and click “Start.” You can pause and resume at any time, or reset to enter a new duration. Switch to the “Stopwatch” tab to time something as it happens, click “Lap” to record split times along the way, and “Reset” to clear everything and start again.
Common Uses
- Workouts. Time intervals, rest periods, or a full workout session.
- Cooking. Set a countdown for how long something needs to bake, boil, or rest.
- Presentations and meetings. Keep a talk or agenda item within a set time limit.
- Studying. Time focused work sessions or breaks using a countdown.
- Races and drills. Use the stopwatch with laps to record split times.
Who This Tool Is For
Anyone who needs a quick timer without installing an app, people running workouts or study sessions, cooks tracking multiple dishes, and anyone timing laps or splits during practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this timer free to use?
Yes, completely free with no limit on how many times you can use it, and no account is required.
Will the timer keep running if I switch to another browser tab?
The timer keeps counting in the background, but some browsers slow down inactive tabs slightly, so for critical timing it is best to keep this tab open and visible.
Does this tool send any data to a server?
No. The countdown timer and stopwatch both run entirely in your browser using JavaScript. Nothing is sent to a server or saved anywhere.
Can I record multiple laps on the stopwatch?
Yes. Click “Lap” as many times as you like while the stopwatch is running, and each split time will be listed with the most recent at the top.