40 minute timer
A free 40 minute timer with big digits, a progress ring and an alarm you can choose. One click starts it, and with Repeat ticked it runs 40-minute blocks back to back without you touching anything. Also searched as 40 min timer, timer 40 minutes.
Why 40 minutes
Forty minutes is long enough for a proper tempo run or a full reading section, and short enough that a break after it feels earned.
What fits in 40 minutes
- Carrots and parsnips roasted at 425°F until caramelized
- A tempo run: 10 minutes easy, 20 at threshold, 10 easy
- One ACT Reading section: 40 minutes for 36 questions
- Reorganizing one kitchen cupboard, including wiping the shelves
- A craft project: paint, let it dry, then assemble
Tip for this length
Tick Repeat for a 40/5 study rhythm. When the alarm sounds, take five minutes, then let the next block start on its own or press Space to hold it.
Nearby lengths
Need a little less or more? Try the 35 minute timer or the 45 minute timer. For any other length, open the Pomodoro timer and type the time. Timing something specific? See the study timer.
Frequently asked questions
How is this different from the Pomodoro timer?
Pomodoro mode is fixed at 25 minutes of focus with built-in breaks. This page runs a plain 40-minute countdown, with Repeat if you want it to loop.
Can I share a 40 minute timer with a class?
Yes. Send the address of this page, or press F to put it fullscreen on a projector.
Does Repeat add a pause between rounds?
About one second. The alarm plays, then the next 40 minutes start automatically.
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