How to use the online alarm clock
Hand over your remaining duties now so you can leave for the Championship match when the alarm sounds at 3:46 pm. Tell the person taking over what still needs attention, gather your ticket and keys, and keep your route to the ground in mind. That leaves a useful margin before 4:00 pm without making the changeover feel rushed.
Your departure depends on the alarm remaining able to run while you finish the handover. Keep this browser page active and stop your phone or laptop from going to sleep before 3:46 pm; plugging it in can help if the battery is low. Check that the volume is audible above nearby conversation. If the browser stops running, the alarm may stay silent and leave your Championship match journey without its planned reminder.
Leaving for football in the afternoon can mean stepping from a warm room into damp, heavy air, especially on a grey British match day. Check the outdoor humidity and temperature shortly before setting off, then choose a layer that will not become uncomfortable on the walk or crowded train. A light waterproof kept within reach is practical when the air feels close and showers are possible, while a bottle of water can make a stuffy journey easier.
Common questions
Will it still be right when the clocks change?
Yes. It reads your device's local clock, so the move between GMT and BST at the end of March and October is picked up automatically, as long as the computer's date, time and time zone are set correctly.
Can I use this on a phone?
It works in a mobile browser, but phones lock the screen and suspend background tabs far more readily than a laptop does, which can stop the alarm sounding. For anything important, a desktop or a plugged-in laptop is the steadier option.
Does the alarm still work if I close the tab?
No. Everything runs inside this page, so closing the tab — or quitting the browser altogether — ends the countdown there and then. Leaving it open in the background is all it asks, and switching to another tab makes no difference.
What happens if my laptop goes to sleep before 3:46 pm?
The tab sleeps along with it and the alarm will not sound on time, if at all. If you are relying on it, change the power settings so the machine stays awake, or keep a phone alarm running as well.
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