3-Minute Timer

About this 3-minute timer

This is a clean, distraction-free 3-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 3-minute timer

• Plank holds, sprint intervals, or short bodyweight drills.
• Brushing teeth (the dentist-recommended 2-minute target).
• Steeping tea — see the dedicated tea steeping timer.
• Quick mental breaks during longer work sessions.
• Public speaking practice — see the public speaking timer.

Looping the timer

Need a recurring 3-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, 5-minute timer, 10-minute timer, 15-minute timer, 20-minute timer, 30-minute timer, 45-minute timer, or 1-hour timer — or build a custom timer on the homepage.