Pick and Tick

1 hour timer

Runs in your browser. Nothing you type is sent anywhere.

Like 5m, 90s, or 1:30

How to use the 1 hour timer

  1. The timer opens at one hour. Press Start, or the space bar.
  2. The clock time it will end appears under the digits while it runs.
  3. Switch tabs if you like. The tab title shows the time left.
  4. At zero the alarm sounds. Press R to reset to one hour.

What a 1 hour timer is good for

  • Exams

    One-hour papers are common in schools and colleges. Show the timer full screen with its end time, so candidates can plan their last questions.

  • Deep work

    An hour of uninterrupted work on one task, with notifications off. Put the timer in its own window and check the tab title, not your inbox.

  • Cooking

    Slow roasts, stews, and bread rises often run for an hour. Start the timer as the dish goes in, then leave the kitchen.

Questions

Will the timer stay accurate for a whole hour?

Yes. It works out the time left from your device's clock on every frame, rather than counting ticks, so it doesn't drift, even in a background tab. The alarm is scheduled ahead and sounds on time.

What do I need to do so the alarm sounds after an hour?

Keep the tab open, the volume up, and the device awake. A laptop with its lid closed or a phone that locks can stop the browser. On iPhone and iPad, keep Safari on this page.

Why is the end time shown?

Over an hour, it's easier to plan by the clock ("finish by 3:15") than by minutes left. The end time is shown in your device's clock format and moves if you pause.

Can I run an hour and a half?

Type 1h 30m in the Time box and press Set, or press +1 min as needed. The end time updates when you start.