30 minute timer
Half an hour to take one thing from start to finish.
What 30 minutes are good for
Half an hour is finishing time. A medium task fits in it completely: filling out an annoying form, putting together a short presentation, doing the grocery order online. With the timer on, it doesn't spread across your whole afternoon.
If you tend to hyperfocus, thirty minutes also works as a brake. The timer beeps, you stand up, drink some water and decide whether to keep going. Without it, three hours vanish and lunch gets skipped.
It's also a good length for a home workout, a walk, or the long pomodoro break after four rounds.
- Finish one medium task
- A workout or a walk
- The long break after four pomodoros
- Do the weekly grocery order
- Read before bed without losing track
How to use this timer
Tap Start. The countdown keeps going even if you switch tabs or lock your computer, because it uses your device's clock rather than a counter that can drift. The tab title shows the time left, so you can see it at a glance.
Need more time? Tap +1 min without stopping. Just want a big clock? Tap Full screen. At the end you'll hear a short beep and, on phones, feel a vibration when the browser allows it.
Frequently asked questions
Is 30 minutes of focus too much?
Depends on the day. If you get distracted easily, start with 15 or 25. If you're already in the zone, 30 minutes goes a long way.
How do I stop on time when I hyperfocus?
Use full screen and keep the sound on. When it beeps, stand up before deciding anything: getting on your feet breaks the momentum.
Does the timer work when my screen is locked?
With the tab in the background, yes: time is measured by your device's clock and the sound is scheduled ahead. With the phone locked, some browsers silence the page. For a guaranteed alert on a locked phone, use the Done! app.
Do I need to install anything or sign up?
No. The timer runs in your browser, free, with no sign-up and no ads. Nothing you do here is sent anywhere.
Want this timer in your pocket?
Done! pairs the timer with one-tap micro-habits and gentle reminders. Never judges.
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