Simple Online Timer & Stopwatch
Free online countdown timer and stopwatch with start, pause, reset, and lap controls. Ideal for cooking, workouts, study sessions, and productivity.
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How to Use the Online Timer & Stopwatch
- For a countdown, type a duration as HH:MM:SS (for example 00:25:00 for a Pomodoro session), then click Start. Use Pause, Resume, Stop, or Reset as needed.
- For elapsed time, open the Stopwatch section and click Start. Tap Lap to record split times, Pause to hold, and Reset to clear the clock and laps.
- Keep the tab open if you switch away — the timer and stopwatch continue running in the background while the page remains loaded.
About This Free Online Timer and Stopwatch
This free online timer and stopwatch combines a countdown clock with a lap stopwatch in one browser tool. Use the countdown for cooking, workouts, study blocks, or meeting breaks; use the stopwatch to measure elapsed time and capture lap splits for intervals or races.
Everything runs locally in your browser with no account required. For focused work sessions, try the Pomodoro Timer. To convert Unix timestamps, open the Epoch Converter, or compare clocks worldwide with the World Time Zone Converter.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the difference between a Timer and a Stopwatch?
A Timer counts down from a set duration to zero, while a Stopwatch measures elapsed time from zero upwards.
Can I pause and resume the stopwatch?
Yes. You can start, pause, resume, stop, and reset the stopwatch as needed.
Can I set multiple timers at once?
Currently, this tool allows one timer at a time, but you can restart or set a new countdown whenever you need.
Will the timer or stopwatch continue running in the background?
Yes. The timer and stopwatch continue running if you switch tabs, as long as the page remains open in your browser.
Does the timer play an alarm sound when it ends?
Not yet. When the countdown reaches zero it stops at 00:00:00. A customizable alarm sound may be added in a future update.
Can I reset the stopwatch without stopping it?
Yes. Reset clears the elapsed time and all recorded laps immediately, whether the stopwatch is running or stopped.
Tips for Using the Timer and Stopwatch
- Tip 1: Enter times as HH:MM:SS — for example 00:05:00 for five minutes or 01:30:00 for ninety minutes.
- Tip 2: Use Lap during interval training or races so you can compare split times without stopping the stopwatch.
- Tip 3: Leave the tab open when multitasking; closing the page stops the countdown and stopwatch.
- Tip 4: Pair focused work blocks with the Pomodoro Timer when you want structured work/break cycles.