60 Second Timer
Free online 60 second timer. One minute countdown with alarm.
⏱️ 60 Second Timer: Start a free 60-second countdown timer instantly — no downloads, no sign-up. Just click Start.
Why use a 60-second timer?
One minute is the canonical board-game turn timer and the time it takes to fall asleep when meditating. It's small enough to feel manageable and long enough to feel deliberate.
What people use a 60-second timer for
Board-game turns
Pictionary, Scrabble, Catchphrase, Codenames — 1 minute is the dominant convention.
Half a brushing cycle
ADA recommends 2 minutes total; 1 minute = top jaw or bottom jaw.
Plank entry test
Holding a full minute is the entry-level fitness benchmark.
Speed brainstorm
60-second idea sprints prevent over-thinking and surface raw associations.
Public speaking elevator pitch
Most networking events cap intros at 60 seconds.
The 60-second interval, in context
A minute feels different when you can see it. Standard clock displays compress 60 seconds into a single tick of the second hand; a visible countdown stretches it.
The minimum useful "task" interval; longer than the 30-second HIIT block, shorter than the 3-minute boxing round.
About the 60 Second Timer
Free online 60 second timer. One minute countdown with alarm.
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Frequently asked questions
Why use a 60-second timer specifically?
60-second intervals are calibrated for high-frequency, repetitive cues — HIIT work bouts, plank holds, breath holds, hand-washing. The interval is short enough that you can repeat it many times in a single session, which is the whole point of micro-interval training.
Does the 60-second timer keep accurate time?
Yes. The 60-second countdown uses the browser's high-resolution monotonic clock (performance.now), accurate to sub-millisecond. For micro-intervals this matters — drift of even 1-2% would compound noticeably across a Tabata cycle of 8 rounds.
Can I chain multiple 60-second intervals together?
For repeated 60-second intervals (Tabata, plank circuits, breath-hold sets), look at the Fitness Timer or Tabata Timer instead — they handle work-rest cycles automatically. This page is set up for a single 60-second block. Restart manually for additional reps.
What happens when the 60-second timer reaches zero?
An alarm fires immediately and the display flashes. For 60-second intervals where you need to act quickly (HIIT transitions, breath-hold release), the audible cue is the active ingredient — make sure your device volume is up.