Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! 10MinuteTimer.us is completely free to use with no hidden costs, subscriptions, or premium features. We don't show ads, and we'll never charge you for any features. Everything is available to everyone at no charge.

No account required! You can start using the timer immediately without signing up, logging in, or providing any personal information. Your preferences are saved locally in your browser.

We built this tool because we wanted to use it ourselves, and we believe in creating useful tools for everyone. While we may explore optional donations in the future, the timer will always remain free and fully functional for all users.

Our timer uses advanced timing algorithms based on Date.now() to prevent drift. The accuracy is within ±0.5 seconds over a 10-minute period, making it extremely reliable for any use case - whether you're timing a workout, cooking, or taking an exam.

Absolutely! On the home page, you can use the custom time input in the settings panel. For even more control, visit our Custom Timer page where you can set any duration up to 23:59:59.

Interval Mode (also called Loop Mode) alternates between work and break periods. It's perfect for the Pomodoro technique (25 min work / 5 min break), HIIT training, or any activity that requires timed intervals. You can customize the work time, break time, and number of rounds.

Yes! In stopwatch mode on our Custom Timer page, you can record unlimited lap times. Each lap shows both the lap time and total elapsed time.

Yes! We offer multiple alarm sounds including Classic Alarm, Bell, Chime, and Beep. You can select your preferred alarm in the settings panel, and adjust the volume to your liking.

The ticking sound is an optional audible tick that plays every second during the countdown. Some users find it helpful for maintaining focus, while others prefer silence. You can toggle it on or off in the settings.

Yes! When the timer reaches zero, you'll receive:

• An alarm sound (if enabled)
• A browser notification (if you've granted permission)
• Phone vibration (on mobile devices)
• Visual alert on the page

Yes! The timer continues running even when the tab is in the background or your phone screen is off. Browser notifications ensure you'll be alerted when time is up, even if you're using other apps.

Yes! We support several keyboard shortcuts for power users:

• Space - Start/Pause the timer
• R - Reset the timer
• S - Toggle sound on/off
• F - Toggle fullscreen mode
• T - Toggle dark/light theme

Yes! Once the page is loaded, the timer works without an internet connection thanks to service worker technology. This means you can use it anywhere, even without WiFi or mobile data.

Our timer works on all modern browsers including Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, and Opera. It also works great on mobile browsers (iOS Safari, Chrome Mobile, Samsung Internet, etc.).

Absolutely! The timer is fully responsive and optimized for mobile phones and tablets. All features work on mobile, including fullscreen mode, vibration alerts, and touch-friendly controls.

Yes! Your preferences (theme, sound settings, alarm choice, etc.) are automatically saved in your browser's local storage. They'll be remembered the next time you visit.

Yes! You can create shareable links with pre-configured timer settings. For example, https://10minutetimer.us/?t=15 will load a 15-minute timer. Find the share option in the settings panel.

Yes! We provide embed code in the settings panel. Teachers, bloggers, and website owners can embed our timer using a simple iframe code.

We collect minimal data and respect your privacy. We don't track your usage patterns, sell your data, or share information with third parties. All your settings are stored locally in your browser. See our Privacy Policy for full details.

Yes! We use HTTPS encryption to protect your connection. Since we don't require login or store personal information on servers, there's minimal security risk.

We appreciate bug reports! Please contact us with details about the issue, including your browser and device. We'll work to fix it as soon as possible.

Absolutely! We love hearing from users. Send us your ideas and we'll consider them for future updates.

No problem! Feel free to contact us with your question and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.