1 Minute Timer
A free 1 minute countdown timer for elevator pitches, lightning rounds, plank challenges, and any task where short, sharp focus matters. Start instantly, no signup.
What is a 1 minute timer used for?
- ✓Elevator pitches and 1-minute speeches
- ✓Lightning round games and quizzes
- ✓Quick microwave and cooking tasks
- ✓HIIT exercise intervals
- ✓Classroom speed activities
How to use this timer
- 1Start the countdown
The timer is pre-set to 1 minute timer. Press the play button or hit Space to begin.
- 2Customise (optional)
Click the settings icon to change font, colour, background, and size. All settings are encoded in the URL — bookmark it to reuse your exact setup.
- 3Go fullscreen or add to OBS
Press F for fullscreen — ideal for classrooms and presentations. For streaming, enable transparent background and paste the URL into OBS as a browser source.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I do in 1 minute?
A 1 minute timer is the elevator-pitch standard for sales and product demos, the plank-hold challenge floor for fitness training, the lightning-round limit in debate formats, and a common pacing tool for public-speaking practice.
Is there a 60 second version?
1 minute and 60 seconds are the same duration. This timer counts down from 1:00 to 0:00.
Is 1 minute long enough for a break?
For a true cognitive rest, no — research suggests 5+ minutes is needed to restore focused attention. A 1 minute pause is enough for a stretch, a water sip, or a quick breathing exercise between deeper work blocks.