15 Minute Timer
One tap, 15 minutes, a clear chime at zero — and the countdown lives in the tab title, so you can work in another window meanwhile.
Fifteen minutes: the timebox standard
Fifteen minutes is the unit meetings should be measured in. A stand-up, a status check, a quick 1-on-1 — put this timer on screen and watch how much faster people get to the point. Parkinson's law says work expands to fill the time available; a visible countdown is the cheapest way to shrink the container.
It's also the right length for presentation rehearsal. Most conference slots are 15–20 minutes; if your run-through doesn't fit before the chime, cut slides now rather than on stage. TED's famous limit is 18 minutes — if you can land in 15, you have breathing room.
For students, 15 minutes is a realistic homework or flashcard block for one subject — long enough for real progress, short enough that focus doesn't fall apart. And in the kitchen it's the workhorse: white rice (15–18 min), most pasta bakes' final browning, roasted vegetables' first check.
15-minute timeboxes
| Use | Why 15 works |
|---|---|
| Stand-up / status meeting | Forces headlines, not essays |
| Presentation run-through | Fits most 15–20 min slots |
| One-subject study block | Focus holds; repeat with breaks |
| White rice | 15–18 min covered, then rest 5 |
| Email batch | Inbox sprint, then close the tab |
Frequently asked questions
How do I run a 15-minute meeting with this?
Start the timer, put the tab title where everyone can see it (or share the window). When the chime sounds, decisions get made surprisingly fast.
Does it keep counting if I present from another window?
Yes — the tab title keeps ticking, so a glance at the browser shows time left mid-presentation.
Is 15 minutes enough for studying?
For one focused pass — yes. Research on spaced practice favors several short blocks over one long slog. Do 15, break 5, repeat.
Can I set 17 or 12 minutes instead?
Yes — use the custom field on our online timer.