Sand Timer

Stay focused. One session at a time.

05:00
Ready
Presets
Timer is Ready. 05:00 remaining.
SESSION PRESETS
Focus
25:00
Short Break
05:00
Long Break
15:00
SETTINGS
Sound
Notifications
Auto start breaks
Keep screen on

FAQ

Online sand timer questions

How do I access and use the ClockHorizon sand timer?

Open the free ClockHorizon Sand Timer in your browser, choose a duration, and press Start. You do not need to create an account to begin a countdown.

What time duration presets are available?

Choose a quick duration of 1, 5, 10, 15, 25, or 30 minutes. Session presets include Focus for 25 minutes, Short Break for 5 minutes, and Long Break for 15 minutes.

Can I customize the appearance of the timer?

Yes. Choose from Violet, Ocean, Golden, Forest, or Rose color patterns. Ocean is selected by default.

What controls are available during a countdown session?

You can start, pause, resume, and reset the countdown. Fullscreen mode provides a more focused view of the animated hourglass.

Can the sand timer help keep my screen awake?

The keep-screen-on option uses the browser wake lock when supported. You can also turn completion sound alerts on or off.

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