60 Minute Countdown
A free 60 minute countdown timer that opens preset to 1 hour. Press Start and the big display counts down to zero, then an alarm sounds. Use it for events, livestreams, games and breaks. No download, no signup.
What is this timer good for?
- A deep-work or Pomodoro-style focus block
- A revision or reading session before a rest
- Marinating, proofing dough or slow-roasting
- A full workout or class with warm-up and cooldown
- A longer nap or rest period
How to use it
- The timer opens preset to 1 hour.
- Adjust the hours, minutes or seconds for a different length.
- Press Start and the big display counts down.
- An alarm sounds at 00:00:00 — press Reset to run it again.
How long is 1 hour?
60 minutes is exactly 1 hour — 3,600 seconds in total. That is roughly 4.2% of a 24-hour day. Half of 1 hour is 30 minutes, and two rounds back to back add up to 2 hours.
One hour is the standard unit of meetings, lectures and gym classes worldwide.
Things that take about 1 hour
- Race through a 1-hour house clean, moving to a new room every few minutes.
- Let dough rise or a marinade soak for 1 hour before the next step.
- Block 1 hour for deep work — long enough for real progress, short enough to stay sharp.
- Do a full 1-hour gym session, yoga class or long run.
FAQ
Will it ring if I switch tabs?
Yes. The timer calibrates against your system clock, so it stays accurate even in a background tab. Just don't close the tab.
Do I need to download anything?
No. The timer runs entirely in your browser with no download, signup or plugin.
Can I change the duration?
Yes. Type any hours, minutes and seconds into the fields, or pick a related timer above.
Is it free?
Yes, it is completely free to use.
How many seconds are in 60 minutes?
60 minutes equals exactly 3,600 seconds (60 × 60).
Is 60 minutes the same as 1 hour?
Yes — 60 minutes is exactly one hour, so this page and the 1 hour timer count down the same length.
What if I need a bit more or less than 1 hour?
Adjust the hours, minutes and seconds fields before pressing Start — the 1-hour preset is only a starting point, and the Related links above jump to neighbouring lengths.