Set the alarm clock for 8:05 pm

 

Leave this tab open — the alarm only rings while the tab stays open.

The alarm goes off in: ::
 
 

8:05 pm across the country

Sydney8:05 pm
Brisbane8:05 pm
Adelaide7:35 pm
Perth6:05 pm
Darwin7:35 pm

Times are worked out live in your browser, so daylight saving is already accounted for.

Online alarm clock for 8:05 pm

You are watching the clock for the residents’ meeting, and an alarm set for 8:05 pm lets you stop checking every few minutes. It marks the agreed starting point while leaving 55 minutes before 9:00 pm if discussion, notices or decisions run longer than expected. That timing can also help separate the meeting from the rest of your evening.

While you wait for the residents’ meeting, the alarm may seem ready even though its sound has quietly been routed to connected headphones. A quick check of the audio output and volume avoids having the alert play somewhere you cannot hear it. Because this is a browser alarm, the residents’ meeting reminder will not sound if the page is closed or the phone or computer has gone to sleep, so another alarm is sensible when missing the start would cause trouble.

Waiting for an 8:05 pm meeting can put dinner awkwardly close to the starting time. A light snack and a glass of water beforehand may be more practical than beginning a full meal that could leave you rushing when the alarm sounds. Anything hot, messy or requiring preparation can wait until afterwards, particularly if the gathering is in a shared area or another resident’s unit.

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.