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Hourglass

Select duration (minutes)

Simple Hourglass: Guide

Intent
Use this visual hourglass timer online for focus blocks and short breaks: pick 3/5/15/30/60 minutes and start instantly with a full-screen sand animation.
What it does
Provides one-tap preset countdowns (3/5/15/30/60 minutes) with a full-screen, visual sand animation.
Key features
One-tap presets, Visual sand animation, Restart button
Privacy
Runs locally in your browser. No sign-in required.
Best for
  • Quick focus sprints when you want a visual countdown (no settings, no cycles)
  • Mindful pauses: breathing breaks, posture resets, and short walks
  • Classrooms or shared spaces where a simple, glanceable timer is helpful
Why this tool
  • One-tap start with preset durations (no typing)
  • Visual-first UI that stays readable from a distance
  • Local-only: no accounts and no data uploads

How to use

  1. 1Choose a preset duration (3, 5, 15, 30, or 60 minutes).
  2. 2Keep the page visible while you work or rest.
  3. 3When time runs out, press Restart or go Back to choose a different duration.

Common mistakes

  • Expecting sound or notifications (this timer is intentionally visual and minimal).
  • Reloading the page resets the timer.
  • If the tab is heavily throttled in the background, the UI may update less frequently.

Examples

15-minute focus block
Pick: 15 min Use for a short deep-work sprint or a reading block.
3-minute reset
Pick: 3 min Use for a breathing break or posture reset.

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