Online alarm clock for 7:49 am
You’re watching the clock as the café opening approaches, waiting until 7:49 am to start the first batch of beans. Setting the alarm for that exact minute gives you a clear cue while the counter, grinder and morning setup compete for your attention. It also leaves 11 minutes for the batch to be underway before 8:00 am.
While you prepare the café, this alarm can remain active when its browser tab moves behind another page, so you can check a roster or weather forecast without dismissing it. Return briefly to confirm the alarm still appears and your sound is audible. If the page is closed, or the phone or laptop goes to sleep, no alert can play and the first batch of beans may start late.
Early light can change quickly around 7:49 am, particularly if the front windows face east and the street outside is already bright. Before the alarm time, adjust the café lighting so glare does not hide labels, scales or grinder settings. Positioning a blind or switching off an unnecessary overhead light in advance lets you see the beans clearly when the cue sounds.
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.