3 Minute Timer
A simple, reliable 3 minutes timer. Set it and stay productive.
About the 3 minutes timer
Three minutes steeps most black teas and times a boxing round. Press Start and the 3 minutes timer counts down 180 seconds, keeps the remaining time in the tab title, and rings when it reaches zero.
Ideas for a 3 minutes timer
- Steep a cup of tea
- Rest between heavy strength-training sets
- Time each speaker in a round of short updates
Why use a timer?
- Stay focusedGreat for work, study or exercise.
- Be more productiveBreak large tasks into smaller chunks.
- Reduce stressA clear end time helps you stay on track.
- Works on any deviceUse it on desktop, tablet or mobile.
3 Minute Timer FAQs
How long is a boxing round?
Professional rounds last three minutes with a one-minute rest, and most amateur rounds are three minutes too. Run this timer for the round and the 1-minute timer for the break.
How do I use the 3 minutes timer?
Press Start and the timer counts down from 3 minutes. You can pause and resume at any time, or press Reset to start over. When the countdown reaches zero you’ll see “Time’s up!” and, if sound is on, hear an alarm.
How long is 3 minutes?
3 minutes is 180 seconds.
Will the timer keep running if I switch tabs?
Yes. The countdown is based on your device clock, so the remaining time stays accurate in a background tab and the tab title shows the time left. Browsers may delay sounds in background tabs and cannot play them if the tab is closed or the device is asleep, so keep the page open for important alerts.
Why didn’t I hear the alarm?
Check that the sound button is on and your device isn’t muted. Browsers only allow sound after you interact with the page, which pressing Start does. Some phones silence web audio when the screen locks.