// Free Online Tool

Stopwatch & Timer

Full-featured stopwatch with lap tracking and countdown timer. Works in your browser on any device — no app download required.

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// COUNTDOWN TIMER

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// Overview

ABOUT STOPWATCH AND TIMER

Our Stopwatch and Countdown Timer combine two essential time-tracking tools on one page. The Stopwatch measures elapsed time to the second with unlimited lap tracking. The Countdown Timer counts down from any duration (hours, minutes, seconds) and shows DONE when it reaches zero.

Both tools run entirely in your browser — accessible on any device without downloading an app. Simply bookmark the page for quick access anytime.

Common uses in India: timing biryani and pressure cooker cooking (exact minutes matter), exam practice papers (build time discipline), Pomodoro productivity sessions (25-minute work blocks), HIIT workout intervals, yoga and meditation timing, and keeping meetings within scheduled durations.

// Productivity Tips

TIMER-BASED PRODUCTIVITY TECHNIQUES

  • Pomodoro Technique: Work 25 min, break 5 min. After 4 cycles, take a 30-min break. Proven to improve focus and reduce mental fatigue.
  • Exam practice: Set exact exam duration for realistic mock test conditions.
  • Exercise intervals: Use lap function for HIIT — lap at each work/rest boundary.
  • Meeting management: Start stopwatch when meeting begins to keep within scheduled time.

// Use Cases

USE CASES

  • Students timing exam practice and mock tests
  • Fitness enthusiasts timing workout sets and rest periods
  • Cooks timing recipes and pressure cooker
  • Teachers timing classroom activities
  • Managers keeping meetings on schedule

// FAQ

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is this stopwatch accurate?
Uses Date.now() — accurate to a few milliseconds. Sufficient for sports, cooking, and study purposes.
Can I run it in the background?
Browsers may throttle background tabs. Keep the tab active and visible for best accuracy.
Is there a lap limit?
No. Unlimited laps with scrollable history.
Does the countdown alarm?
It shows DONE on screen when the timer reaches zero.