8-Minute Timer
Press start. It counts down to zero and rings an alarm — nothing to download, nothing to sign up for.
About this 8-minute timer
A one-click 8-minute countdown, most often used for cooking pasta, an ab or core circuit, or timed reading practice. It runs in your browser and rings when it reaches zero.
Eight minutes
Eight minutes is a common cooking time for fresh pasta shapes and many dried pasta brands, the length of a short ab circuit, and a good length for a short story read-aloud at bedtime. It's long enough to get something done but short enough that kids will tolerate it.
8 minutes in other units
| Seconds | 480 |
|---|---|
| Minutes | 8 |
| Hours | 0.133 |
| Milliseconds | 480,000 |
| Share of a day | 0.56% |
Tips for using a 8-minute timer
- Check the packet: many dried spaghetti and penne brands list 8-11 minutes. Start tasting at the low end.
- An eight-minute core circuit is a popular add-on at the end of a longer workout.
- Use it for timed reading practice — the same passage on different days shows real progress.
Frequently asked questions
How do I set a 8-minute timer?
Press Start above and the page counts down from 8 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 8 minutes?
8 minutes is 480 seconds — 8 minutes or 0.133 hours. That's 0.56% of a day.
What is a 8-minute timer good for?
People commonly use a 8-minute timer for cooking pasta, an ab or core circuit, or timed reading practice.
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.