5-Minute Timer to Beat Procrastination & Launch Mini Tasks

Five minutes is all you need to get moving. Use this countdown to break resistance, conquer mini tasks, and keep focus loops short enough that your brain says “yes” every time.

Just Start Rule Mini Sprint Tasks Focus + Break Rhythm
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5-Minute Mini Task Launcher

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Inbox Zero Ping

Spend five minutes clearing low-effort replies, unsubscribing, or scheduling longer responses.

  • • Delete or archive 10 items
  • • Voice-type a quick reply
  • • Flag one deeper email for later

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Desk Detox Sprint

Reset your physical workspace without derailing your afternoon.

  • • 1 minute wipe down keyboard
  • • 2 minute cable + paper tidy
  • • 2 minute intention note for next block

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Idea Burst

Use the countdown for a mini brainstorm or priority triage.

  • • 2 minutes brain dump
  • • 2 minutes cluster themes
  • • 1 minute pick the next action

Why Use a 5 Minute Timer?

A 5 minute timer is a powerful productivity tool that helps boost focus and efficiency. Use it as a focus timer, a Pomodoro break timer, or even a timer for kids. With optional sound and music features, it's perfect for study sessions, workouts, or screen time limits.

Simple Features, Powerful Results

Simple Timer

Set a 5-minute timer with a single click, or choose from various preset durations for different tasks.

Custom Sounds

Choose from a variety of notification sounds to alert you when your timer completes.

Dark Mode

Easy on the eyes with light and dark themes that automatically adjust to your preferences.

How It Works

1

Choose a Duration

Select your preferred timer duration from the presets or use the default 5 minutes.

2

Start the Timer

Click the play button to begin the countdown. You can pause or reset at any time.

3

Get Notified

When the timer completes, you'll hear your selected notification sound.

Frequently Asked Questions