5 Minutes Timer

Built with simplicity and efficiency in mind, the 5-minute timer is easy to use and ready to go. To change the time, input your desired duration and click "set time." It runs in the browser, and with one click, you can have it in full screen with a progress bar. With one click, a browser-based 5-minute timer is ready to go. And when the time ends, you'll get an alarm to remind you that the time is over.

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What can you do in 5 minutes?

In case you’re not sure what you can do in 5 minutes, below we list a handful of ideas for what you can squeeze into just 5 minutes:

  1. Write a short journal entry
  2. Stretch or do a quick workout
  3. Meditate or practice deep breathing
  4. Send a text or make a phone call to a friend or family member
  5. Learn a new word or phrase in a different language
  6. Take a few photos of your surroundings
  7. Do a quick tidy of your workspace or living area
  8. Practice a new skill or hobby, like drawing or playing an instrument
  9. Read a short article or news story
  10. Plan out your day or make a to-do list for the next hour