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2 Minute Timer
Two minutes is the dentist-recommended brushing time and a favourite for kids’ routines. Press Start and the alarm rings after exactly 2 minutes; the time left also shows in your browser tab.
2 Minute Timer
The remaining time also shows in the browser tab, so you can switch tabs.
What people use a 2 minutes timer for
- Brushing teeth for the full recommended two minutes
- Soft-boiling a quail egg or blanching spinach
- A two-minute tidy-up sprint before guests arrive
- Practising an elevator pitch out loud
- Rest periods between heavy strength-training sets
Tip
Split brushing into four 30-second quarters (top left, top right, bottom left, bottom right); when the timer reaches 1:30, 1:00 and 0:30 move to the next quarter.
Did you know?
Dental associations including the ADA and the UK’s NHS recommend brushing for about two minutes, twice a day.
2 minutes in other units
| Unit | Value |
|---|---|
| Seconds | 120 |
| Milliseconds | 120,000 |
| Hours | 0.0333 |
| Share of a day | 0.139% |
Frequently asked questions
How do I start the 2 minutes timer?
Press Start or the space bar — it is already set to 2 minutes. Press again to pause, and Reset to start over.
Will it ring if I switch to another tab?
Yes. The alarm is scheduled on your device’s audio clock when you press Start, so it rings on time in the background. Keep your volume on.
Can I change the time?
Yes — edit the hours, minutes and seconds or tap another preset. Other popular lengths: 1 minute, 3 minutes, 5 minutes, 10 minutes, 15 minutes.