Free Meditation Timer Online
Choose a duration and press Start. Meditate in silence or add background noise, with gentle bells to mark your session. No account or download needed.
Bells and background noise are generated on your device. The timer does not record audio.
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A distraction-free online meditation timer
Use this free browser timer for a short work break or a longer silent sit. Choose a duration from 1 to 180 minutes, keep background sound set to None for silence, or add white, brown, or pink noise. Start and end bells mark the session; interval bells are optional. Keep the tab open and your device awake so the browser can play the ending bell on time.
How to use the meditation timer
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Choose a duration. Pick a preset or enter a custom length in minutes.
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Set your bells. Start and end bells play automatically. Add interval bells only if you want reminders during the session.
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Pick a background sound. Layer white, brown, or pink noise to mask distractions, or keep it silent.
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Press start and meditate. Keep the tab open and your device awake. Follow your natural breath until the ending bell sounds.
A simple five-minute silent meditation
Sit comfortably on a chair or cushion. Let your breath find its own pace and notice where you feel it most clearly. When thoughts or ordinary sounds catch your attention, gently return to the next breath. You do not need an empty mind or a perfectly quiet room. When the bell sounds, take a moment before continuing your day.
Read the guide to meditating in silenceUsing a browser timer reliably
After this page has loaded, the timer generates its own audio without streaming. Reopening or refreshing the page offline may need a connection. A locked screen or background tab can delay browser timers and bells. Test your volume before sitting, keep this tab visible, and use the mobile app when you want to put your phone away.
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Frequently asked questions
Is this online meditation timer free?
Yes. The online timer is free, with no account or app download needed. All features in the MindTime mobile app are also free to use, with no subscription or lifetime purchase required.
Do the bells and background sounds need to download?
The browser generates bells and background noise without audio downloads. Once the page has loaded, the timer can run without streaming. Reloading offline is not guaranteed; keep the tab open and your device awake.
What are interval bells for?
Interval bells sound a gentle chime at regular points during your session — for example every 5 minutes — so you can check in, transition between phases like breath awareness and a body scan, or simply be reminded to return to the present without opening your eyes or checking the screen.
Will the timer keep my screen from locking?
On supported browsers, the timer requests a screen wake lock while it runs, so your device won't dim or lock mid-session. You can turn this off in the options. If your browser doesn't support it, keep the tab active or adjust your device's auto-lock settings.