Why use a 5-minute timer?

A 5-minute timer is perfect for quick tasks, short breaks, or the '5-minute rule' where you commit to starting a task for just 5 minutes to overcome procrastination. It's also useful for timed exercises, cooking, and limiting screen time.

Does the timer work if I switch tabs or apps?

Yes, our timer continues to run even when you switch to different tabs or applications. When the timer completes, you'll still hear the notification sound (if enabled).

Is this timer suitable for the Pomodoro Technique?

Absolutely! While traditional Pomodoro uses 25-minute work sessions with 5-minute breaks, you can customize our timer for any Pomodoro variation. Use our 5-minute timer for your short breaks between focused work sessions.

How do I use the timer in full screen mode?

You can enter full screen timer mode by clicking the expand button in the timer controls, or by pressing the F key on your keyboard. This creates a distraction-free timer experience perfect for presentations, classrooms, or group activities. Press ESC or click the compress icon to exit full screen mode.

Is this 5 minute timer free to use?

Yes! Our 5 minute timer is completely free to use with no registration required. You can access all features including full screen mode, sound options, keyboard shortcuts, and mobile gestures without any cost or sign-up process.

How do I use this 5 minute timer for kids activities?

Our 5 minute timer for kids is perfect for teeth brushing, cleanup time, homework sessions, or screen time limits. The large visual countdown, fun sounds, and simple interface make it easy for children to understand and follow.

What's the best way to use a 5 minute timer for productivity?

Use our 5 min timer for the '5-minute rule' to overcome procrastination, Pomodoro break sessions, quick decluttering, focused writing sprints, or micro-learning sessions. The key is consistency - short, timed bursts help maintain focus and build momentum for larger tasks.

Can I use this timer for meditation and mindfulness?

Yes! This five minute timer is excellent for meditation. Use the zen sound option for a peaceful alert, or set it to silent mode and watch the visual countdown. 5 minutes is perfect for beginners starting their mindfulness practice.

Can I use this timer for HIIT workouts and exercise?

Perfect for HIIT! Use our 5 minute timer for warm-ups, high-intensity intervals, rest periods, or cool-downs. The large display and clear sound alerts keep you focused on your workout without constantly checking your watch.

Does this timer work well on mobile devices?

Yes! Our timer online is fully mobile-optimized with touch-friendly controls, swipe gestures, and responsive design. Double-tap to start/pause, swipe to change presets, and enjoy the same full-screen experience on your phone or tablet as on desktop.

5 Minute Timer | Free 5 Min Timer with Music & Kids Mode

Need a 5 minute timer? Our free 5 min timer online works perfectly for work, study, meditation, or kids activities. This five minute timer includes sound alerts, music, full screen mode, and quick presets for 1, 5, 10, 15 minute timer sessions.

Space Start/Pause

R Reset

F Fullscreen

B Background

C Custom Time

Drag to adjust

Double tap to start

Swipe to change

Swipe up for sound

Tap for fullscreen

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Why Use Our 5 Minute Timer Online with Full Screen?

Our 5 minute timer is the perfect productivity tool for various situations. Use this 5 min timer as a focus session to tackle tasks without feeling overwhelmed, as a quick break timer between work sessions, or as a 5 minute timer for kids to help with transitions. The full screen timer mode is perfect for presentations, classrooms, and group activities where visibility is important. This five minute timer includes helpful features like customizable sounds, visual progress tracking, distraction-free full screen display, and a mobile-friendly interface. Whether you need a timer 5 minutes for work, a timer online full screen for presentations, or a 15 minute timer for longer sessions, we've got you covered.

Popular Uses for Our 5 Min Timer

Pomodoro Technique Breaks - Use our 5 minute timer for short refreshing breaks between focused work sessions
Quick Meditation Sessions - Perfect five minute timer for beginners or when you need a quick mindfulness break
5 Minute Timer for Kids - Make dental hygiene fun with our visual countdown timer
Exercise Intervals - Great 5 min timer for HIIT workouts or quick stretching sessions
Limiting Screen Time - Set boundaries with our timer 5 minutes for technology use

Benefits of Using Our 5 Minute Timer

Using our 5 minute timer regularly can help you build better habits, improve time awareness, and boost productivity. This 5 min timer makes it psychologically easier to commit to tasks, helping overcome procrastination and building momentum. The short duration of our five minute timer is perfect for quick bursts of focused activity.

Whether you need our timer 5 minutes for work, study, exercise, or parenting, this 5 minute timer online provides a simple, reliable solution that works across all your devices without requiring installation. Try our 15 minute timer for longer sessions or our specialized 5 minute timer for kids with fun sounds.

5-Minute Habit Lab: Ready-to-Use Routines

A 5-minute timer is powerful not because of the clock, but because of what you do inside those 5 minutes. To make it truly useful, here are ready-made routines you can start using right away — just press start and follow the steps.

1. 5-Minute Desk Reset (For Busy Professionals)

Best time: between calls or meetings

Minute 1 – Clear cups, trash, and anything obviously out of place.
Minute 2 – Stack or align papers and notebooks into one neat pile.
Minute 3 – Close all non-essential browser tabs and apps.
Minute 4 – Write down the next one task you will do.
Minute 5 – Take 3 deep breaths, then start that one task.

Use this whenever you feel overwhelmed. A clean desk plus a single next-action reduces decision fatigue and procrastination.

2. 5-Minute Micro Workout (No Equipment)

Best time: afternoon slump

Minute 1 – March in place or walk around the room.
Minute 2 – 20 squats at your own pace.
Minute 3 – 10 push-ups (wall push-ups are okay).
Minute 4 – Gentle shoulder rolls and neck stretches.
Minute 5 – Slow breathing: in for 4, out for 6.

Keep it light and repeatable. The goal is to wake up your body, not to exhaust yourself.

3. 5-Minute Kid Transition Routine

Best time: before bedtime or after screen time

Minute 1 – Ask your child to put away toys or devices.
Minute 2 – Quick "treasure hunt": find 5 things to put back.
Minute 3 – Bathroom: brush teeth or wash hands/face.
Minute 4 – Let your child choose one small task (book, toy, or prep).
Minute 5 – 1-minute hug + talk about one good thing from today.

The timer makes transitions predictable and fun, which reduces resistance and bedtime battles.

4. 5-Minute "Just Start" Anti-Procrastination Sprint

Best time: when you feel stuck or avoiding a task

Minute 1 – Open the file, document, or tool you need.
Minute 2 – Write a messy, 1-sentence description of the task.
Minute 3 – List 3 tiny steps you could do next.
Minute 4 – Do just the first tiny step.
Minute 5 – Decide: continue for another 5 minutes or schedule the next block.

This is the "5-minute rule" in action — commit only to the first 5 minutes, and let momentum take care of the rest.

Modern Features, Enhanced Experience

Drag to Adjust

Intuitive drag controls let you adjust timer duration by simply dragging around the circle.

Keyboard Shortcuts

Quick keyboard controls: Space to start/pause, R to reset, and number keys for presets.

Touch Gestures

Mobile-optimized with double-tap to start, swipe gestures, and responsive touch controls.

Volume Control

Adjustable volume slider and audio preview for all notification sounds.

Visual Feedback

Real-time status indicators, smooth animations, and enhanced visual cues for better UX.

Smart Theme

Auto-detecting dark mode with smooth transitions and persistent theme preferences.

How It Works

Choose a Duration

Select your preferred timer duration from the presets or use the default 5 minutes.

Start the Timer

Click the play button to begin the countdown. You can pause or reset at any time.

Get Notified

When the timer completes, you'll hear your selected notification sound.

🧘 5 Minute Meditation Timer

Looking for a simple yet effective way to practice mindfulness? Our 5 minute meditation timer is perfect for quick relaxation sessions, guided breathing exercises, or daily mindfulness routines. Set your timer, choose a soothing sound, and enjoy a distraction-free meditation experience.

🎵 With Soothing Sounds

Choose from zen chimes, bell tones, or silence for a peaceful and personalized session.

📱 Mobile Friendly

Start a 5 minute mindfulness break anytime, anywhere — optimized for phones and tablets.

🌿 Perfect for Beginners

No need to install apps. Just visit our page, set the meditation timer online, and start your journey.

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Perfect for Every 5-Minute Need

Discover how a simple 5-minute timer can transform your daily routine

Quick Meditation

Perfect for beginners or busy schedules. 5 minutes of mindfulness can reduce stress and improve focus.

HIIT Workouts

High-intensity interval training sessions. Short bursts of exercise with timed rest periods.

Pomodoro Breaks

Essential breaks between 25-minute work sessions. Recharge your mind for maximum productivity.

Quick Writing

Beat writer's block with short writing sprints. Just 5 minutes can spark creativity and momentum.

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Brushing Teeth

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Screen Time Limit

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Breathing Exercise

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From the Creator

Hi, I'm tong, a developer and time-management nerd who builds simple tools to make focus easier.

I created this 5-minute timer after struggling with long, complicated productivity systems that I couldn't stick to. What actually worked for me was this: tiny, repeatable, 5-minute blocks.

I use this timer every day to:

Start tasks I've been avoiding (just 5 minutes to break the resistance).
Take real breaks between deep work sessions.
Spend short but meaningful pockets of time with my family.

This site, TimeFocus, is part of a small family of time tools I'm building, including Atimeis.org for world clocks and time zones. If you have ideas or feedback, you can always reach me on the contact page.

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