How to use 1 Minute Timer
- The timer opens set to one minute (01:00). Press Start, or the Space bar on a keyboard, to begin the 60 seconds.
- Keep your eyes on the task: the seconds left also show in the browser tab, and the bar fills as the minute runs out.
- The alarm rings at zero. Press Stop sound, or Start again to run another minute straight away.
- For rounds, turn on "Start again when it ends" and each minute begins as soon as the last one rings.
Why use 1 Minute Timer
Ready at once
No typing: the 60 seconds are already set when the page opens, and one tap starts them.
Rounds of one minute
Repeat the minute for exercise sets, one-minute speeches or a game where each player gets a turn.
Big and clear
Go full screen to show a class or a team exactly how many seconds are left.
Pick your alarm
Choose a bell, beep or chime for the 1 minute timer and press Test to check the volume before you start.
About this tool
Sixty seconds is a common unit for short efforts: a plank or a wall sit, a round of burpees, a one-minute speech in class or at a club, or a turn in a quiz or party game. A one minute timer with an alarm lets you keep your attention on the effort instead of on a clock.
The timer counts down from the moment it will end, so it stays exact if you switch to another tab, and its alarm is lined up as soon as you press Start. Need a different length? Tap another quick time, such as 2 or 5 minutes, or type any time in the boxes.
Frequently asked questions
How do I start the 1 minute timer?
Press Start. On a computer you can also press the Space bar. The time is already set to one minute.
Can I repeat the minute?
Yes. Turn on "Start again when it ends" and the timer rings and restarts every 60 seconds until you pause it.
Can I make it 90 seconds?
Yes. Type 1 in Minutes and 30 in Seconds, or press +1 min while it runs to add a whole minute.
Can I pause the 1 minute timer?
Yes. Press Pause to stop the countdown and Start to carry on from where it stopped. Reset puts it back to 1 minutes.
Does the 1 minute timer work on my phone?
Yes. Open the page in any phone browser and press Start. Keep the page open and the sound on, and the alarm rings when the minute is up.