Question 1

How do I use this cooking timer?

Accepted Answer

Tap any preset card (like “Soft-boiled egg — 5 min”) to instantly load that time into the main timer, then press Start. Or use the +/- steppers under the timer to dial in a fully custom hours/minutes/seconds countdown and press Start yourself.

Question 2

Does it work if I close my laptop lid or lock my phone?

Accepted Answer

The countdown is calculated from the actual clock time (not just counting down in the background), so if you reopen the tab or unlock your phone before the timer finishes, the remaining time will still be accurate. Note that fully closing the browser tab, quitting the browser, or letting your device fully sleep for a very long time can still stop timers and alarms, since no app runs outside the browser — for critical timing, keep the tab open in the background.

Question 3

Can I set multiple timers at once?

Accepted Answer

This version focuses on one clear, accurate timer at a time with a sticky mini-timer that follows you while you browse presets. Support for running two or three timers in parallel is planned as a future upgrade.

Question 4

Is there a sound when the timer ends?

Accepted Answer

Yes — a friendly chime plays on repeat when the timer completes until you tap “Stop alarm.” You can mute it or adjust the volume with the slider, and if you allow browser notifications, you'll also get an alert even if you're on another tab.

Free Online Cooking Timer

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Preset food timers

Eggs

Pasta & Grains

Vegetables

Meat & Other

Tea & Coffee

Snacks & Baking

Seafood

Soups & Stews

Bread & Dough

Breakfast

BBQ & Grill

Dairy & Sauces

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