How to use the online alarm clock
Break away from what you are doing at 9:38 pm so you have time to meet the bus arriving from Gatwick Airport. The alarm marks the moment to put the current job aside, check the live arrivals information and gather your keys or travel card. If the service is due closer to 10:00 pm, the reminder still leaves a useful margin for delays and the walk to the stop.
Your surroundings determine which alarm tone fits this Gatwick pickup. A gentle sound may be enough in a quiet room, while a more persistent tone suits a noisy kitchen or a task that holds your attention. The volume should be noticeable without startling everyone nearby. This browser alarm must remain active on an awake phone or computer; otherwise the bus reminder may stay silent and leave you working past departure time.
Waiting for an airport arrival can stretch late into the evening, especially when a flight or coach is delayed. Before 9:38 pm, a light snack and a glass of water are practical if you have not eaten, but a full meal is easier to leave until the passenger is collected. Keeping a covered drink ready for the return journey also avoids an unnecessary stop when the bus finally arrives.
Common questions
What happens if my laptop goes to sleep before 9:38 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.
Do I need an account or an app?
Neither. Choose a time and a sound, press Start, and it runs in this browser tab. Nothing is downloaded, nothing is registered, and closing the page leaves nothing behind on the device.
Can I change the sound?
Yes, there is a short list of tones to pick from before you press Start. Softer sounds are easy to sleep through, so a firmer bell tends to be the safer choice for anything early in the morning.
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.
Cookie policy