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12 Minute Timer

Sound / Message

Sound plays when the timer ends.

This is a ready-to-use 12 minutes countdown timer. Press Start and an alarm sounds after 12 minutes. You can change the time, the sound and the message at any time.

12 minutes in other units

Need to know exactly how long the 12 minutes timer runs? Here is the same duration expressed in other units of time:

  • 12 minutes = 720 seconds
  • 12 minutes = 0.2 hours

What can you use a 12 minutes timer for?

A 12 minutes countdown is a handy time box. Here are a few common ways people use it:

  • A HIIT workout, a stretching routine or a quick run.
  • Baking, roasting or any oven timing when you step away from the kitchen.
  • A reading sprint or a focused block of homework.

How to use the 12 minutes timer

  • Press Start. The countdown for 12 minutes begins right away.
  • Press Pause if you need to stop, then Resume to carry on from where you left off.
  • When time is up an alarm sounds and your message appears. Press Stop to silence it.
  • Want a different length? Change the hours, minutes or seconds before you press Start.

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Frequently asked questions

How many seconds are 12 minutes?

12 minutes equal 720 seconds, which is 12 minutes or 0.2 hours.

Will the 12 minutes timer keep running if I switch tabs?

Yes. The countdown is based on your device clock, so it stays accurate when the tab is in the background. Keep the tab open and your device awake so the alarm can sound.

Can I pause the 12 minutes timer and resume it later?

Yes. Press Pause to stop the countdown and Resume to continue with the remaining time. Reset takes you back to the start.

Can I change the alarm sound?

Yes. Open the Sound / Message settings under the timer to pick a sound, preview it and add a custom message. Your choice is remembered in your browser.

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