Set the timer to 13 seconds

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How to use the online timer

Not every countdown needs to be dramatic; 13 seconds is also the right length for a pause before you hit reply, a beat before a photo, or a breather before walking back into a room. Set it running, put the phone face down, and use the time properly instead of watching the numbers fall. Sometimes the point isn't the task at the end, it's just having a reason to stop.

It runs the moment you hit Start, no extra steps needed before the numbers begin moving. Because everything happens inside this browser tab, it needs to remain open while the clock runs; switching tabs is fine, but closing the page or turning off your screen partway through will stop the countdown. A sound marks the finish, so you'll know the moment it's done without having to watch it count down.

A browser timer beats digging out the one kitchen timer that's always gone missing, and it's one less thing cluttering your phone alongside a dozen apps you barely open. Everything runs here in the tab, so there's no download, no account, and no permissions to grant before you can start it. Free, with no registration, it's ready the moment you load the page and gone the moment you close it. If you would rather say put a timer on for 13 seconds, that works too — press Start and the page does the rest.

Common questions

Will the timer still run if my laptop goes to sleep?

No, if the device sleeps or the browser is suspended, the countdown pauses along with it, so keep your screen awake for an accurate result.

Is there a cost to use the timer?

No, it's free to use, with no registration, sign-up, or hidden limit on how many times you can run it.

Can I run more than one timer at once?

Yes, opening the page in separate tabs lets you track a few things at the same time, each counting down independently of the others.

Do I need to install anything to use the timer?

No. It runs straight in your browser, so there's nothing to download and no account to create.