Stopwatch & Timer
Your simple and reliable tool for time tracking and countdowns.
Online Stopwatch & Countdown Timer
A free, accurate, and easy-to-use tool for all your timing needs.
Whether you're timing a workout, managing your study sessions, or just need a simple kitchen alarm, our free online Stopwatch and Timer is the perfect tool for the job. It's a precise, easy-to-use, and reliable timekeeper that works right in your web browser. Switch between a full-featured stopwatch with lap times and a flexible countdown timer with an alarm.
How to Use the Online Tool
Our tool is split into two simple modes:
Using the Stopwatch
- Start/Pause: Click the "Start" button to begin timing. Click it again to pause the stopwatch.
- Lap: While the stopwatch is running, click the "Lap" button to record the current time without stopping the main clock. This is perfect for tracking splits during a run or workout.
- Reset: Click the "Reset" button to clear the timer and all recorded laps, returning it to zero.
Using the Countdown Timer
- Set the Duration: Enter the desired hours, minutes, and seconds in the input fields.
- Start/Pause: Click the "Start" button to begin the countdown. You can click it again to pause and resume the timer.
- Reset: Click the "Reset" button to clear the countdown and return to the input screen. When the time is up, an alarm will sound.
Practical Uses for a Timer and Stopwatch
- Fitness & Exercise: Use the stopwatch to time your runs and the lap feature to track your splits. Use the countdown timer for interval training (like HIIT) or for timing rest periods between sets.
- Cooking & Kitchen: A perfect kitchen timer for baking, boiling eggs, or steeping tea.
- Studying & Productivity: Use the Pomodoro Technique by setting a 25-minute timer for focused work sessions, followed by a 5-minute break.
- Games & Activities: Keep track of time for board games, quizzes, or classroom activities.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Does the timer make a sound when it's done?
Yes. The countdown timer will play a clear alarm sound when it reaches zero to make sure you don't miss it. Please ensure your device's volume is turned up.
Will this tool work if I switch to another tab?
Modern web browsers may slow down or stop timers running in background tabs to save power. For critical timing, it is recommended to keep this tab open and visible.
Is this tool private?
Yes, 100%. The entire Stopwatch and Timer tool runs on your own device within your web browser. No information about your timers or laps is ever sent to our servers. It's completely private and secure.