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3 minutes Timer

Press start. It counts down to zero and rings an alarm — nothing to download, nothing to sign up for.

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About this 3 minutes timer

This is a straightforward 3 minutes countdown you can start in one click. It's built to run entirely in your browser, so there's no app to install and no account to create — just open the page and press Start whenever you need it.

People commonly use it for steeping a strong cup of tea, a quick meditation reset, or timing a short presentation slot. The countdown keeps accurate time even if you switch to another tab or your browser is minimized, and it plays an alarm sound the moment it reaches zero.

Frequently asked questions

How do I set a 3 minutes timer?

Press Start above and this page counts down from 3 minutes automatically — no need to type anything in. If you want a different length, use the Add 1 Minute button while it's running, or pick another duration below.

Will the timer still work if I switch tabs?

Yes. The countdown is based on your computer's clock, not a simple on-screen tick, so it stays accurate even if this tab is in the background or your browser throttles it. The alarm still fires when time's up.

Does it make a sound when time is up?

Yes, if the sound toggle is checked (it is by default). The alarm plays right in your browser — no app or download needed. Some browsers require one click on the page first before audio is allowed to play.

What is a 3 minutes timer good for?

People commonly use a 3 minutes timer for steeping a strong cup of tea, a quick meditation reset, or timing a short presentation slot. It works the same as a kitchen timer or phone stopwatch, just faster to reach — no app to open, no ads to close.