3-minute talk
3 minTotal
3 min
A strict 3-minute slot for rapid community updates.
Fast speaker slot timer
Free Lightning Talk Timer
Use a lightning talk timer for 3-minute, 5-minute, 6-minute, and 10-minute speaker slots. Keep rapid talks, demo nights, unconferences, and community events moving cleanly.
Built for this job
Event hosts can rotate speakers without awkward time calls.
Speakers get a clear visible countdown for fast talks.
Production teams can use a controlled timer display for meetup rooms or livestreams.
5-minute talk
Ready
5:00
A classic lightning talk countdown.
Timer presets
Controls
Create controlled roomUse this setup in XTimer
Need a controller link, viewer display, or shared room?
Keep this simple timer for quick work. Move into an XTimer room when one person controls the clock and another screen shows it to a speaker, team, class, or audience.
Presets that match real work
Start from a timer people already understand.
Each preset has a clear use case, duration, and workflow. That makes the page useful for search visitors immediately, and gives professional users a natural path into XTimer rooms when they need separate controller and viewer devices.
5-minute talk
5 minTotal
5 min
A classic lightning talk countdown.
6-minute demo
6 minTotal
6 min
A concise demo slot with just enough time to show a workflow.
10-minute talk
10 minTotal
10 min
A longer short-talk slot for demo nights and meetups.
Professional setup
Use the simple timer first, then graduate to controlled timing.
Tell speakers whether Q&A is included in the timer or handled separately.
Use a final-minute visual warning for five-minute talks.
Keep transitions short and visible when many speakers are scheduled.
Use XTimer rooms when a host controls timing and speakers need a separate display.
Frequently asked questions
What is a lightning talk timer?
A lightning talk timer is a short countdown used for rapid presentations, demo nights, unconferences, meetups, and speaker rotations.
How long is a lightning talk?
Lightning talks are often 3 to 5 minutes. Some demo formats use 6 or 10 minutes when the speaker needs to show a product or workflow.
Can I use this for multiple speakers?
Yes. Use the timer fullscreen for each slot, or create an XTimer room when a host needs to reset and control the speaker display.