How to Set Up Multiple Timers Online

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Running an event with multiple segments? A meeting with several agenda items? You need more than one timer — and you need them to work together. Here’s how to set up multiple timers online with Stagetimer and run them as a coordinated sequence.

Sequence of multiple timers created with Stagetimer
A rundown with multiple timers, each with its own duration and title

Create your first timer

Start by generating a free room on Stagetimer:

Create a Timer →

Every room comes with one timer. The free plan lets you add up to three timers. With a Pro or Premium plan, you can add as many as you need.

Add more timers

Click the + Add Timer button below the first timer to add more. Each timer is its own segment — give it a duration, a title, and optionally a speaker name.

Setting up timer duration on the controller page
Click the duration field to set each timer’s length

A typical conference setup might look like this:

  • Welcome & Intro — 5 minutes
  • Keynote — 30 minutes
  • Q&A — 10 minutes
  • Break — 15 minutes
  • Panel Discussion — 45 minutes

Each timer runs independently, so you can start, pause, or skip any segment on the fly.

Share your timers with the team

Once your timers are set up, click Output Links in the top bar and copy the Viewer link. Anyone with this link sees a fullscreen countdown display — perfect for confidence monitors, stage displays, or screen shares.

Output Links popup where the Viewer link can be copied
Copy the Viewer link to share your timer display with speakers and crew

Your entire team sees the same timer. When you switch to the next segment on the controller, the Viewer updates automatically.

Want your timers to run one after another without manually pressing play? Click the chain icon between two timers to link them. When the first timer finishes, the next one starts automatically.

Linked timers on Stagetimer's controller page
Linked timers auto-advance — the next timer starts when the previous one ends

This is useful for tightly timed events where every segment flows into the next, like a broadcast rundown or a conference with back-to-back speakers.

Calculate start times automatically

If your event follows a fixed schedule, set a start time on the first timer. Stagetimer calculates all subsequent start times from the durations you’ve set — no manual math required.

Automated start times calculated from the first cue
Set a start time on the first timer and all following times are calculated automatically

If a segment runs long or short, adjust on the fly. Stagetimer highlights overlaps and gaps so you can see the impact on the rest of your schedule immediately.

Schedule timers to auto-start

Calculated start times still require you to press play. If you need timers to start completely on their own, set the trigger to Scheduled and pick a time. Scheduled timers start automatically at that time — even if you close your browser.

Schedule timers to auto-start at a chosen time
Scheduled timers start automatically at the set time — no button press needed

This is useful for recurring meetings, worship services, or any event where you want the countdown running before anyone touches the controller.

Add titles, speakers, and notes

Each timer can carry more than just a duration. Click the edit icon to add:

  • Title — what this segment is about (displayed on the Viewer)
  • Speaker name — who’s presenting (displayed on the Viewer)
  • Notes — internal notes for your crew, visible on the Controller and optionally on the Agenda page
Add titles and speaker names to each timer
Add titles and speaker names that show on the stage display

This turns a simple list of timers into a complete event rundown that your entire team can follow.

Common use cases for multiple timers

Conference & event production — Build your full event rundown with timed segments for each speaker, break, and transition. Share the Viewer link with stage managers, speakers, and AV techs.

Meetings — Set timers for each agenda item to keep discussions on track. Everyone sees how much time is left for the current topic.

Workshops & training — Structure timed activities with breaks in between. Link timers so transitions happen smoothly without someone watching the clock.

Live broadcasts — Use scheduled start times and linked timers to run a broadcast rundown that advances automatically. Pair with sound alerts for audio cues.

Ready to try it?

Create a room, add your timers, and share the link with your team. No account required to get started.

Create Multiple Timers →

For a deeper dive into building complete event rundowns, check out the Event Rundown & Show Flow Guide.