SlideTimerApp
Free online countdown

10-Minute Timer

A clear ten-minute countdown for group discussion, worked examples and short breaks.

The short answer: press Start for a 10-minute countdown with an alarm at zero. To put a 10-minute timer on top of your PowerPoint while you present, download SlideTimerApp and tap the 10-minute preset — it floats over your live Slide Show instead of living in a browser tab.

What a 10-minute timer is good for

  • Group discussions and collaborative work
  • Worked examples and live demos
  • Short breaks during workshops and webinars
  • Reading or research time in class

How to use a 10-minute timer in PowerPoint

This page is great for a quick countdown on your screen. But a browser tab cannot stay on top of a full-screen Slide Show. For that, use the free overlay app:

  1. Download SlideTimerApp. Open the free portable Windows app.
  2. Tap the 10-minute preset. Or type any minutes and seconds.
  3. Pin it on top and present. Press F5 — the 10-minute countdown floats over your slides and rings at zero.

Put this timer on top of your slides

SlideTimerApp floats a transparent 10-minute countdown over PowerPoint, Google Slides or Canva — free for Windows.

Download SlideTimerApp free ~3 MB · Windows · works offline

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Frequently asked questions

Is this 10-minute timer free?

Yes. It is a free online 10-minute timer with start, pause, reset and an alarm at zero, running entirely in your browser.

How do I show a 10-minute countdown in PowerPoint?

Download SlideTimerApp and choose the 10-minute preset to float the countdown on top of your Slide Show, so it stays on screen while you present, unlike a browser tab.

Does it work for breaks during a webinar?

Yes. Set 10 minutes, press Fullscreen or share the timer on your screen, and attendees will see exactly how long the break lasts.