2 hour timer
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Two hours is long enough for a full exam, a serious study marathon or a slow bake in the oven. The countdown on this page is already set to 120 minutes and starts with one click or the Space bar. It stays accurate even if you switch tabs or your computer sleeps, and rings when the two hours are up.
Mock tests and long exams
Many final exams, standardized tests and certification papers last around two hours. Practicing with a real 2-hour countdown shows you how your energy and pace change over that time: where you speed up, where you get stuck, and how much time you really need to review your answers at the end.
Set up the room as close to test conditions as you can: desk cleared, phone away, timer in fullscreen and no extra minutes. Afterward, note where you ran short on time and adjust your strategy for the next attempt.
A two-hour study marathon without burning out
Two hours of nonstop work is a lot for most people. For a long study session, it usually helps to build in short breaks, for example standing up, drinking water and resting your eyes for a few minutes every 25 to 50 minutes, while the 2-hour countdown tracks the whole session. That way you always know how much of the marathon is left.
If you prefer your breaks to be scheduled for you, use the Pomodoro timer on the home page instead. Presets such as 50/10 or 90/20 alternate focus and rest automatically.
- Split the two hours into chunks, each with its own clear goal.
- Keep water and a snack nearby so a break never turns into a long detour.
- Save the easiest tasks for the last half hour, when attention usually runs lower.
Beyond studying: baking, gaming and screen time
- Baking and cooking: bread, slow roasts, braises and stocks often need around two hours in the oven or on the stove.
- Gaming and screen time limits: agree on two hours, put the countdown in fullscreen, and let the alarm end the session instead of an argument.
- A long creative session: painting, a band rehearsal or a writing sprint on a novel.
- A big decluttering project or a deep clean of the house.
How the Pomodoro timer works
Four simple steps. No account, nothing to install: it runs right here in your browser.
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Pick what to work on
Add a task and estimate how many pomodoros it needs. The active task is credited automatically when a session ends.
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Start the timer
Press Start (or the Space bar) and give the task your full attention until the bell rings.
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Take a real break
Step away from the screen for 5 minutes. Stretch, drink some water, rest your eyes.
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Repeat, then rest longer
After four pomodoros, take a longer 15–30 minute break. Your stats and streak update on their own.
Everything you need to focus. Nothing you don't.
A calm, distraction-free timer with the tools serious students and makers actually use.
Accurate in the background
The countdown is based on real timestamps, so it stays exact in background tabs, on sleep and after a reload.
Ambient sounds & lofi
Layer rain, café or forest sounds, add focus music, a lofi radio or your own Spotify playlist.
Tasks with estimates
Plan your session in pomodoros and see when you will be done, breaks included.
Stats, streaks & badges
Daily goal, activity charts, a year heatmap and 46 badges to unlock. Share your week in one tap.
Floating timer
Pop the timer out into an always-on-top mini window while you work in other apps.
Scenes & themes
Light, dark, five color palettes and immersive scenes, from deep space to a flower field.
Keyboard shortcuts
Space to start, R to reset, S to skip, F for fullscreen. Your hands never leave the keyboard.
Private by design
No sign-up, no ads, no tracking of your work. Your data stays in your browser, exportable anytime.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I set a 2 hour timer?
The countdown on this page is already set to 2 hours: press Start or the Space bar. On any countdown you can also type 120 in the minutes field.
Will a 2 hour timer keep time if my computer goes to sleep?
Yes. The countdown stays accurate through sleep, background tabs and page reloads, so the remaining time is correct when you come back. You can also turn on a desktop notification for the end.
Should I take breaks during a 2-hour study session?
Most people focus better with short breaks, for example a few minutes every 25 to 50 minutes. You can keep this countdown running for the whole session, or use the Pomodoro timer on the home page to alternate focus and breaks automatically.
Does a completed 2-hour countdown count in my stats?
Yes. Completed countdowns are recorded as focus sessions, so a long session moves you toward your daily goal and keeps your streak going.
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