Online Stopwatch

Last updated: June 1, 2026

Start, stop and lap — in your browser.

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Online Stopwatch is a free online tool to start, stop and lap — in your browser. It runs entirely in your browser, so your files never leave your device — nothing is uploaded. There's no sign-up, no watermark, and it works on any modern browser on desktop or mobile.

How to use Online Stopwatch

The Online Stopwatch times anything to the hundredth of a second, with start, pause, lap and reset — no app to install. It runs entirely in your browser and keeps counting accurately even if the tab is busy. Free, no sign-up.

  1. 1Press Start to begin timing.
  2. 2Tap Lap to record split times.
  3. 3Pause or Reset whenever you need.

Lap times

Record splits without stopping the clock.

Accurate

Times to 1/100th of a second using your device clock.

Free & instant

No app, no sign-up — just open and start.

Online Stopwatch — frequently asked questions

Does the stopwatch keep running if I switch tabs?

Yes — it tracks real elapsed time from your device clock, so it stays accurate even if the tab is in the background.

Can I record lap times?

Yes, tap Lap while running to capture as many splits as you like.

Is it free?

Yes, completely free with no sign-up.

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