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title: "5 Minute Timer — Free Online Countdown · ChronOtter"
description: "A 5 minute timer that's ready the moment the page loads — no sign-up, runs full-screen, and chimes when time's up. Great for breaks, breathing, or a quick classroom activity."
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**00:05:00**

**Duration**

**Timer Size**

**Quick Presets**

Keyboard shortcuts:

`Space`: Start/Pause`F`: Fullscreen

Keep this tab open — the alert sound only plays while this page is open.

# **5 Minute Timer**

Already set to 5:00 — just hit start. Change the duration anytime if you need something else.

Need a different length? Use the full [Countdown Timer](https://chronotter.com/countdown) for any custom duration. Tracking elapsed time instead? Try the [Timer](https://chronotter.com/timer). Need a one-off alert at a specific time? Use [Alarms](https://chronotter.com/alarms). Coordinating across time zones? Check [World Clocks](https://chronotter.com/clocks).

## **About this timer**

This is the Countdown Timer preloaded to 5 minutes, so it's ready to run the moment the page loads. Start it full-screen, get a sound and on-screen alert at zero, and adjust the duration inline if 5 minutes turns out to be too long or too short.

## **Common uses for a 5 minute timer**

- Short breaks between work blocks or Pomodoro-style sessions.
- Timed classroom activities, quizzes, or transitions.
- Guided breathing, stretching, or a quick meditation.
- Speed rounds for games, debates, or presentations.

## **FAQ**

## Sitemap

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