17-Minute Timer
Press start. It counts down to zero and rings an alarm — nothing to download, nothing to sign up for.
About this 17-minute timer
A one-click 17-minute countdown, most often used for a short power nap, a fixed-length class activity, or recipe timings. It runs in your browser and rings when it reaches zero.
Seventeen minutes
Seventeen minutes is a duration you only search for when it's specified — a lesson plan, a game format or a recipe. It's also a little under the 18-20 minute ceiling sleep researchers usually give for a power nap.
17 minutes in other units
| Seconds | 1,020 |
|---|---|
| Minutes | 17 |
| Hours | 0.283 |
| Milliseconds | 1,020,000 |
| Share of a day | 1.18% |
Tips for using a 17-minute timer
- For a nap that won't leave you groggy, 15-20 minutes is the usual window — 17 sits safely inside it.
- Teachers use odd lengths like 17 minutes to fit an activity exactly into a period.
- If you're following a recipe, trust the specific number rather than rounding.
Frequently asked questions
How do I set a 17-minute timer?
Press Start above and the page counts down from 17 minutes on its own — nothing to type. Need a little longer? Press +1 min while it runs, or pick a nearby duration from the list.
How many seconds are in 17 minutes?
17 minutes is 1,020 seconds — 17 minutes or 0.283 hours. That's 1.18% of a day.
What is a 17-minute timer good for?
People commonly use a 17-minute timer for a short power nap, a fixed-length class activity, or recipe timings.
Will it keep time if I switch tabs?
Yes. The countdown is measured against your device clock rather than counting screen refreshes, so it stays accurate in a background tab and the alarm fires on time. Some browsers need one click on the page before they allow sound.