Big Timer
A countdown big enough to read from the back of the room, which is the only real requirement a workshop timer has.
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How to get the most from it
Big Timer sits in Focus & Breathing under Unwind, filed as instant.
- Just open it. It pays off within seconds, with nothing to read first.
- Use a laptop or desktop computer — we file it as desktop only.
- Turn the sound up or put headphones on — it needs audio.
- No account needed — you can start without signing up.
- Go in expecting something useful and clever.
About this category: Breathing guides, pomodoro timers and deliberately slow interventions. Small, unglamorous and startlingly effective on a bad afternoon.
Good for
- A five-second distraction
- Getting something practical done
- Being impressed by a clever idea
- Trying it with zero commitment
Big Timer: quick answers
Is Big Timer free?
Yes. Big Timer is free to use and needs no account.
Do I need an account to use Big Timer?
No. You can use Big Timer without signing up for anything.
Does Big Timer work on a phone?
Not well. We file Big Timer as desktop only, so open it on a laptop or desktop computer.
Is Big Timer safe for work?
Yes, we file it as safe for work. It does need sound, so bring headphones.
How long does Big Timer take?
We file it as "Instant": Good within five seconds of loading.
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