Quick Reminder
Set a simple, one-time browser reminder. Fast, free, and 100% private — it runs entirely on your device.
About What is a Quick Reminder?
Quick Reminder is a free online reminder tool designed for simplicity and speed. In our fast-paced digital world, we often need instant alerts for short-term tasks—whether it's remembering to check the oven, take medication, join a meeting, or simply take a break from screen time. This browser-based reminder tool provides exactly that: a hassle-free way to set quick alerts without downloading apps or creating accounts.
Unlike traditional calendar apps or complex task managers, Quick Reminder focuses on one thing: giving you instant, one-time reminders. Simply enter a custom title for your reminder, specify how many minutes from now you need the alert, and click set. The timer runs entirely in your browser using JavaScript, counting down in the background even if you switch tabs or minimize your window.
When your reminder time arrives, you'll receive multiple types of alerts to ensure you don't miss it: an audible sound, a visual toast notification, and a native desktop notification (if permitted). Privacy is a core principle—all functionality runs completely client-side. Your reminder data stays on your device and disappears when you close the tab.
Key Features of Quick Reminder
Everything you need for professional quick reminder
Fast Timer Setup
Set a reminder in seconds using simple minute-based input. No complex calendars or settings.
Browser Notifications
Get a native desktop notification when your time is up, even if the tab is in the background (with permission).
100% Private
All logic runs in your browser using JavaScript. Your reminders never leave your device or get sent to a server.
Audible Alert
An audible "ping" plays to ensure you don't miss your reminder when the time arrives, even if you're looking away.
One-Click Cancel
Easily cancel any active reminder at any time with a single click. No complicated menus to navigate.
Simple & Free
A lightweight, free tool built for one purpose: setting quick reminders without any accounts or hassle.
How to Use Quick Reminder
Follow these simple steps to get started
Enter Reminder Title
Type a custom title for your reminder (e.g., "Check the oven"). This helps you identify what the reminder is for when it alerts you.
Set Timer Duration
Enter the number of minutes from now when you want to be reminded. Enter "5" for a 5-minute reminder or "30" for a half-hour reminder.
Activate Your Reminder
Click "Set Reminder" to start the countdown. You'll receive an audible alert, visual toast, and browser notification (if enabled) when time is up.
Pro Tips
- Enable browser notifications to receive alerts even when working in other tabs or applications.
- Keep reminders under 24 hours for best reliability, as longer timers may be affected by browser tab management.
- Use specific titles like "Call John at 3pm" instead of generic ones to quickly identify your reminders.
- Make sure your device volume is up and the tab isn't muted to hear the audible alert.
- The reminder runs in browser memory - don't close the tab if you need the reminder to fire.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Quick Reminder
Quick Reminder is a free online tool that lets you set a simple, one-time reminder. It runs entirely in your browser, so it's 100% private. Set a timer in minutes, and get an audible alert and browser notification when your time is up.
The reminder runs in your browser's memory. If you close the tab or your browser, the timer will be cancelled. This tool is designed for short-term, 'quick' reminders while you are working.
Absolutely! All processing happens entirely in your browser. Your reminder details are never uploaded to our servers or stored anywhere. It's completely private and secure.
To show a notification even if this tab isn't active, the tool uses the standard Browser Notification API. You must grant permission for this to work. If you don't, you will still get an in-page toast and an audible alert.
This tool is designed for simplicity and currently supports one active reminder at a time. To set a new one, you must first cancel the active reminder or wait for it to finish.
Yes, it works on mobile browsers. However, be aware that mobile operating systems (iOS and Android) are very aggressive about pausing browser tabs that are in the background, which may prevent the reminder from firing on time.
Yes! The reminder will continue running in the background even if you switch tabs or minimize your browser window. When the time is up, you'll receive a browser notification (if permitted) along with an audible alert and visual toast message.
Once the page is loaded, the reminder timer will continue to work even if your internet connection drops, since all functionality runs locally in your browser. However, you need an initial internet connection to load the page.
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