Online alarm clock for 2:35 am
As you hand the dawn-tide surf run to your mate, set the 2:35 am alarm before confirming that the board is already in the car. That leaves time to pass on the beach access details, swell notes and meeting spot before 3:00 am, without turning the changeover into a long overnight conversation.
With someone else relying on the wake-up, check where the alarm sound will actually play. Wireless headphones left connected can quietly take the audio, so place them beside the keys after disconnecting them and test the alarm at a low volume first. The surf alarm will stay silent if this page is closed or the phone falls asleep, which could leave your mate waiting at the beach car park.
Once the handover is finished, protect the sleep that remains by putting the phone within reach but face down, with notifications muted except for anything needed from your mate. Keep the room dark and leave the board, wetsuit and car keys as they are; checking the packing again at 2:35 am only stretches the interruption. A short written note about the tide or access gate also prevents another message from breaking the rest of the night.
Common questions
Can I use this on my phone instead of a laptop?
Yes, it works in a mobile browser the same way, but phones are more likely to lock the screen or sleep, which can stop the alarm from ringing. A laptop or desktop tends to be more reliable for this.
Can I set more than one alarm at a time?
This page is built around a single alarm at a time. For multiple alarms, open a separate tab for each one and set a different time in each, keeping every tab open until it's rung.
Why use a browser alarm instead of my phone's built-in one?
Mainly for reliability against silent mode, do-not-disturb, or a phone left charging out of earshot. It's a useful backup or a desk-based alternative, though it depends on this tab staying open rather than running in the background of your phone.
Is there a cost to use this?
No, it's free, with no sign-up and no limit on how many times you set it. It just needs the tab left open until the time you've chosen arrives.
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