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What would you like to time?

Try “10 minutes for pasta”, “wake me up at 7”, “start a pomodoro” or “tabata”.

3 Minute Timer

03:00

Quick durations

Type a duration (5, 90s, 1h30) or an end time (until 17:00).

Settings

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Press Start to count down 3 minutes. The alarm rings when time is up, even if you switch tabs.

Three minutes is the usual time for a soft-boiled egg in boiling water, and the low end of the steeping time for black tea.

Frequently asked questions

How do I start this timer?

This page is already set to 3 minutes: press Start or the Space key. Press it again to pause.

Does the timer ring if I switch tabs?

Yes. The countdown is calculated from the exact end time, so it stays accurate in a background tab. When time is up, the alarm rings, the tab title flashes and, if you allowed it, a notification appears.

Can I add time while it runs?

Yes: press +1 min or the up arrow key. The down arrow removes a minute.