About the 5 Minute Timer
What can you use it for?
Five minutes fits so many daily jobs that it is one of the most searched timers online.
- Take a short break between tasks
- Start a task you keep putting off
- Do a quick chore
- Warm up before a workout
How to use it
Press Start. The orange ring shrinks as time passes and the time left also shows in your browser tab, so you can see it while you work in another tab. Press Pause to stop and Resume to carry on. When it reaches zero, the alarm plays and the numbers flash.
Tip: Press Space to start or pause the timer without touching your mouse.
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Timers at a glance
| Timer | Good for |
|---|---|
| 1 Minute Timer | Hold a plank or a wall sit |
| 2 Minute Timer | Brush your teeth for the full two minutes dentists suggest |
| 3 Minute Timer | Steep a cup of tea |
| 4 Minute Timer | Steep stronger tea |
| 5 Minute Timer | Take a short break between tasks |
| 10 Minute Timer | Stretch or do a short yoga flow |
| 15 Minute Timer | Take a power nap |
| 20 Minute Timer | Do a short workout |
| 25 Minute Timer | Run one Pomodoro focus session |
| 30 Minute Timer | Cook a meal |
| 45 Minute Timer | Run a deep work session |
Frequently asked questions
How do I set a 5 minute timer?
Open this page and press Start. The timer is already set to 5 minutes, and an alarm rings at zero.
Will the alarm ring if I switch tabs?
Yes. Keep this tab open and the alarm plays at zero, even if another tab is in front.
Can I pause and resume?
Yes. Press Pause to stop and Resume to carry on from the same second.