5 Minute Timer Online
A free 5-minute countdown timer with a clean, distraction-free interface. Works on any device, no download required.
About this timer: 5 Minute Timer Online
What is a 5-minute timer used for?
Everything quick — brewing tea, brushing teeth, taking a short break between meetings, speed-cleaning, quick meditation, HIIT intervals, presentation practice, or giving yourself a deadline to finish a small task. Five minutes is the universal "just enough time" duration.
Does the eye break make sense for 5 minutes?
For a single 5-minute session, you probably don't need it. But if you're using it in a loop — like alternating 5 minutes of work with short breaks — the eye rest between cycles adds up. It's there if you want it, and you can disable it in settings.
Can I use this offline?
Once the page has loaded, the timer runs entirely in your browser. No internet connection needed to keep counting down. Browser notifications may require an active connection depending on your device.
Is there an alarm when it goes off?
Yes. You'll hear a sound alert when the timer reaches zero (if sound is enabled in settings). If you're in another tab, you'll also get a browser notification so you don't miss it.