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Tip: press Space to start / pause. Screen stays awake while running.

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A better alternative to the Google timer

Google's search-bar timer is convenient — but it resets on refresh, can't be shared as a link, and doesn't survive browser restarts. Tickline gives you 50+ preset URLs (like /5-minute-timer and /pomodoro), a loop-until-dismissed alarm, background-tab accuracy anchored to a real end-timestamp, and full-screen and PWA modes. Free, no sign-up.

Tickline vs. Google's timer

FeatureTicklineTypical online timers
Survives page refreshEnd time is preservedResets to zero
Shareable URL presetCopy link to any presetNot possible
Loud loop-until-dismissed alarm4 sounds, loopingSingle-tone chime
Full-screen modeBuilt inNot available
Preset SEO pages50+ presetsSearch prompt only
Offline / PWAInstallable and offline-readyRequires connection

Frequently asked questions

Why use Tickline instead of Google's built-in timer?

Google's timer only runs while its tab or the OS clock is open, resets on refresh, and can't be shared as a URL. Tickline persists across refreshes, anchors to a real end-timestamp, and gives every preset a shareable URL.

Does it work when the tab is in the background?

Yes. Tickline uses an end-timestamp so a background tab stays accurate to the millisecond. Google's timer can pause or stall on some browsers.

Do I need to log in?

No. Tickline is 100% free with no sign-up. It works offline once installed as a PWA.

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