The Online Timer
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Quick timer

3 Minute Timer

Three minutes, ready to go.

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What fits in three minutes

Three minutes is the classic steeping time for black tea, the cook time on many instant noodles, a round in boxing and a tidy length for a short talk or a game turn.

For shorter bursts use the 1 minute or 2 minute timer; for a bit longer, the 5 minute timer. Cooking several things at once? Use multiple timers.

Frequently asked questions

Does the start sound differ from the alarm?

Yes. A short rising cue plays when you start, and a different alarm plays when time is up.

Will it work if my screen locks or I close the tab?

Only while the page is open. The countdown keeps time from your device clock in a background tab, but phones and laptops can pause or silence web pages when they sleep, lock or close the tab. For anything that really matters, also set your device's own alarm.

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