How do I set a 25 minute timer?

Click the 25 min preset button or enter 25 in the minutes field and press Start.

Can the timer speak announcements?

Yes — enable Voice Announcements and the timer will speak time remaining at your chosen intervals using your browser's built-in text-to-speech.

Will the timer work if I switch tabs?

Yes — the countdown continues running in the background even when you switch to another tab or window.

Does the timer make a sound when it finishes?

Yes — the timer plays an alarm sound and speaks 'Time is up' when the countdown reaches zero.

countdown timer

Set a timer with voice announcements — pick a preset or enter a custom time.

Quick presets

Custom time

Hours

Minutes

Seconds

00:00:00

Set a time above and press Start

🔊 Voice Announcements

Announce every remaining

How to use the timer

Pick a preset or enter a custom time in hours, minutes, and seconds. Toggle voice announcements on to hear time remaining spoken aloud. Press Start — the timer runs even if you switch tabs.

Popular uses

Pomodoro study sessions (25 min)
Cooking and baking
Workout intervals and rest periods
Meeting and presentation timing
Classroom activities
Meditation sessions
Game time limits
Nap timers (20–30 min)

Keyboard shortcuts

Space — Start / Pause
R — Reset

FAQ

Does the voice work on mobile?

Yes — voice announcements use the browser's built-in text-to-speech which works on iOS Safari, Android Chrome, and all desktop browsers.

Will it keep running if I switch tabs?

Yes — the countdown continues in the background. The voice and alarm will still fire when time is up.

What is a Pomodoro timer?

A 25-minute focused work session followed by a 5-minute break. Use the 25 min preset for a classic Pomodoro.

Is my data stored?

No — everything runs in your browser. Nothing is uploaded or saved.