Free 3 Minute Timer Online
A beautiful 3 minute countdown timer that works instantly in your browser. Hit play and the glowing teal ring tracks your progress in real time — no sign-up, no pop-ups, just a clean timer that gets out of the way.
What's 3 minutes good for?
Soft-boiled eggs3 minutes from boiling water = perfectly runny yolk.
Tabata restRest period between high-intensity workout rounds.
French pressOptimal brew time for a rich, full-bodied coffee.
Recall testRecall everything you just read without looking.
Stand-up timerKeep each team member to 3 min in daily stand-ups.
Box breathingFour rounds of 4-4-4-4 breathing takes about 3 min.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I use this 3 minute timer?
Click the teal play button or press Spacebar. The ring counts down from 3:00, and a gentle two-tone alarm sounds when time is up. Press R or the reset button to start again.
Does it work on mobile?
Yes — GlowClock is fully mobile-responsive. The timer works in Safari, Chrome and Firefox on any phone or tablet. No app needed.
Can I keep the screen on while using this timer?
On desktop the screen stays on while the browser tab is active. On mobile, prevent screen lock in your device settings or keep the screen unlocked manually while the timer runs.
Is there a way to loop the 3 minute timer?
After the alarm fires, click reset (or press R) and then start again. For automatic looping or Pomodoro-style sessions, try our Focus Timer.