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30 Minute Timer
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30 Minute Timer

A free 30 minute countdown timer. Common uses: a TV episode, a half of football, a meeting segment, and a typical podcast-clip duration.

What is a 30 minute timer used for?

  • 30-minute meetings and stand-ups
  • Study sessions and revision blocks
  • Cooking — roasting and baking
  • Workout and exercise sessions

How to use this timer

  1. 1
    Start the countdown

    The timer is pre-set to 30 minute timer. Press the play button or hit Space to begin.

  2. 2
    Customise (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.

  3. 3
    Go 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

How long is a standard meeting?

The most common meeting length is 30 or 60 minutes. Research shows 25-30 minute meetings tend to be more productive than hour-long ones due to shorter attention spans.

How long is a TV episode usually?

A standard 30-minute TV slot is typically 22 minutes of content + 8 minutes of advertising. Streaming-original 30-minute episodes are often 24–28 minutes of pure content.

Can I use this as a meeting timer?

Yes. 30-minute meeting blocks are the calendar default for most professional scheduling tools. For agenda-driven meetings with multiple timed items, see the EasyTimer.app Meeting feature.