How the countdown works
The tea type alone does not determine the correct temperature or duration. Two, three and five minutes are example shortcuts; prioritize the packet or seller’s recommendations. Leaf amount, bags versus loose leaves, water volume and repeat infusions can change the time. Start when the tea meets the water and remove it after the interval to avoid continuing to steep.
A practical example
If your black tea recommends three minutes, insert the bag and start at 15:00:20. Remove it at 15:03:20. For short repeated infusions, set a separate interval such as 30 seconds.
How to use & practical tips
- Check the recommended water temperature and steeping time.
- Longer steeping may change bitterness as well as strength. Compare under consistent conditions.
- Save first and second infusion durations as separate device-only presets if useful.
Frequently asked questions
Will an alarm work if I close or lock the screen?
Closing or reloading the page stops the timer. Background tabs, device sleep and lock screens can delay updates or audio. Keep the page visible, test the sound and use a device alarm for important deadlines. The optional screen-awake setting works only where the browser allows it.
Are my presets saved or sent anywhere?
Only pressing Save stores up to eight preset labels and durations, or alarm clock times and zones, in this browser on this device. Target dates, clock correction and active timer state are not saved. Remove individual entries or clear this tool’s presets to delete them. No account or server receives them.
Why is there no sound?
Test sound before relying on it, check volume and tab muting, and keep the page open. Browser audio policies can block playback. The completion message, optional page popup and tab title also change when the timer finishes. Enable System notifications for alerts while using another app; permission and OS settings are required. Closing the page stops scheduled alerts.