20-Minute Timer
A simple 20-minute countdown — distraction-free and bookmarkable.
About this 20-minute timer
This is a clean, distraction-free 20-minute countdown. The timer ticks down to zero, plays a clear alarm, and can be reset with a single click. The timer keeps accurate time even if you switch tabs — useful for any kind of background timing.
Common uses for a 20-minute timer
- The TM-style meditation length — also see the 20-minute meditation timer with a halfway chime.
- A NASA-recommended power nap length — long enough to feel restorative, short enough to avoid sleep inertia.
- A short focus block alternative to the 25-minute Pomodoro.
- Reading sessions — long enough for deep engagement, short enough to repeat through a day.
Looping the timer
Need a recurring 20-minute alarm? Head to the homepage and set the rounds field to your target count — the timer will loop the same duration that many times, beeping at each cycle.
Other countdown lengths
Need a different duration? Browse the 1-minute timer, 2-minute timer, 3-minute timer, 5-minute timer, 10-minute timer, 15-minute timer, 30-minute timer, 45-minute timer, or 1-hour timer — or build a custom timer on the homepage.
Frequently asked questions
How do I set a 20-minute timer?
This page is already set to 20 minutes. Press Start.
Can I loop the 20-minute timer?
Yes — head to the homepage and set rounds to make the 20-minute timer repeat.