Sleep Timer

Feature rich freeware shutdown timer on Windows XP and above

  • Brian has been doing an awesome job of covering several neat things you can do with Windows Task Scheduler. One more: scheduling Windows to wake or sleep automatically at a particular time.
  • Sleep Timer able to lock, sleep, shutdown or restart your computer either immediately or after a countdown timer. To enable/disable the timer click on the alarm icon, and to select the action.
  • There are 4 sleep calculation scenarios to choose from. Depending on your situation you might want to know when to go to sleep in order to wake up at a specified time (in this case go for Scenario 1), you might want to determine the best times to wake up after having gone to sleep at a specified time (in this case go for Scenario 2), you might want to simply know the best times to wake up if.

Freeware Sleep Timer Ultimate free, this allows the computer to shut down after a set time. Thank you for using PC Sleep, Schedule Automatic Shutdown, Sleep, or Hibernate? Looking for a so-called sleep timer, with which I can switch off a PC as a kind of small programs at a preset time, so is it optional that I can send it to sleep mode?

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Current version: 2.3.2

Freeware

SleepTimer Ultimate is free. It can shutdown the computer after a defined time. Minimum requirement is a Windows XP system. Windows 10 is supported as well. SleepTimer can do other things if the time is reached and is customizable. SleepTimer Ultimate is a private hobby project – there are no commercial intentions. It is and will be free. As a result of the first programming lessons it will be developed further from time to time. In future there will be updates with new features and improvements.

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WHAT SLEEPTIMER CAN DO
  • Shutdown
  • Restart
  • Power-off
  • Lock screen
  • Logout
  • Hibernate
  • Standby
  • Stop multimedia
  • Launch programm

Sleep Timer

NOTIFICATIONS BEFORE ACTION
  • Audio
  • Screen overlay
  • Balloon hint
WHEN SLEEPTIMER CAN DO
  • Immediately
  • Hour time
  • Date / time
  • Countdown (Hour:Minute)
  • Idle since (Hour:Minute)
  • If window appears
  • If CPU > or< load
  • Planned
  • IF network traffic drops
MUCH CUSTOMIZATIONS
  • 39 Skins (Themes)
  • Autostart
  • Portable
  • Multiple languages
  • Password protection
Since version 1.2 it is possible to let SleepTimer start with Windows automatically. There is an option in the preferences. After activation of this option SleepTimer will start with the last used time and action automatically with Windows startup or resume from standby. You can also make an shortcut in Autostart and pass the parameter 'FORCE' (without quotation) to the EXE.
Since version 2.2 it is possible to create shortcuts which you can copy to the Windows Autostart folder.
With Windows 10 you just use the keybord keys 'Windows' + 'R'. There you type the command 'shell:startup' and ENTER. It is opening the Autostart folder for the user, where you can copy the shortcut file into it.
Shortcuts in SleepTimer can create with main menu 'Help' and 'Create shortcut'. It is possible to create a shortcut for countdown or a profile, to use it for Autostart.
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Sometimes the autostart option cannot be activated. It can be that a protection software prevent this. Autostart will be activated in the userspace of Windows registry. Some protection software don't let to do so. You could try so set SleepTimer as trusted.UPDATE: With the new included AutostartHelper.exe this information is deprecated.
If you set SleepTimer to autostart, it is possible to protect SleepTimer from user actions through a password. See Autostart section in preferences.
SleepTimer doesn't need an internet connection. You can download and copy it to an USB stick, and install it at another computer.Ab sofort hat SleepTimer eine Funktion, die auf neue Updates / Versionen prüft. Das passiert aber nicht automatisch, dazu muss der entsprechende Menüpunkt geklickt werden. SleepTimer 'telefoniert' also nicht automatisch 'nach Hause'.
You can copy the SleepTimer directory to an USB stick or other portable device. The preferences file will be saved in the directory of the EXE.
You can check for updates in the main menu. If an update available you download the intall version or ZIP archive. The installer will overwrite all old files with the new ones. If you use ZIP archive, unpack the files and copy it over the old. The preferences file will be stille there and updated with new entries.
In general settings you can activate 'Use profiles'. After restart of SleepTimer there is an option group 'Profiles' availabale.Settings like action or time can be saved as a profile. You can also load this profile in this menu.You can use profiles for autostart. With main menu 'Help' and 'Create shortcut' you can create a shortcut that you can copy in the autostart folder of Windows. More infos in the FAQ 'Is it possible let SleepTimer start automatically?'

SleepTimer is also available for Android. The features are different to the Windows app version. Goal of the Android version is to stop / pause audio playback for local or stream sources. Some playback softwares are tested, for audio or video playback. The following features are supported on Android:

Apple
  • Pause playback (local or stream)
  • Deactivate Bluetooth
  • Deactivate Wifi
  • Mute ringtone

Version 2.3

It is a new version of SleepTimer Ultimate available. The new main feature is the work with profiles. You can save...

Version 2.2

SleepTimer Ultimate is now available in version 2.2. There are lots of improvements, e.g. better view at high DPI screens. There...

Version 2.1

The new version of SleepTimer Ultimate has a long requested new feature: Automatic wake-up from standby. Version 2.1 has following new...

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Tips and tricks to fall asleep and have a better night sleep

Get comfortable
In order to fall asleep fast, you need to help your body. When talking about sleep comfort we're actually referring to ambient temperature (between 60.8 and 68 degrees Fahrenheit or 16 - 20 degrees Celsius - anything outside that leads do sleep discomfort), body position (use the most comfortable position that you know works for you - avoid tall pillows as they may strain your neck ), and personal clothing (cotton pajamas, or nothing at all)
Adjust the lights to promote sleep creep
Optimally you'd sleep in total darkness, however since that is not always the case, try to turn away from any light sources (at least until you fall asleep), employ the usage of a sleep mask, and place night lights in the hallway if light is an element that brings you peace before falling asleep.
Turn down the ambient noise for little to no interference
It's best to use earplugs - period. Try replacing intermittent noises with a constant 'silent' one (like a fan); create a low-volume smooth music playlist and listen to it as the 'silent' noise; listen to natural ambient low frequency noises like raindrops, running water, waterfalls, wind.
Read a book by a soft light or watch a documentary
Focus your mind on only this one thing.
Breathing technique
6 breaths per minute in the following order: breath deep x 4, hold breath x 2, release deep breath pushing it all the way. Then repeat until you go to sleep.
Play a casual semi-boring game to speed up the sleep process
Solitaire, crossword puzzle or sudoku - nothing to engaging should do.
Sleep with a pillow or folded blanket between your legs
It helps the body reduce stress/pain and helps with the body's natural layout position, hence enhancing comfort and leading to a better sleep.
Mediate
Drink some 'calming effect' herbal teas
Watch what you eat at night
Avoid anything with high sugar content; eat bananas, avocado, peanuts, almonds, figs, and milk-based drinks, peanuts with skins, whole almonds (for more fiber), walnuts, pecans, sunflower and pumpkin seeds, pistachios, red peanuts with skins;
Avoid large portions of food before bedtime
3 hours before bedtime should accommodate a tranquil sleep.
Don't go to sleep feeling hungry
Reduce nicotine, sugar, caffeine and alcohol
Consume some tea before going to sleep
Chamomile and green tea promote sleep
Use supplements
Melatonin pills, chlorpheniramine, valerian (highly relaxant herb), calcium + magnesium and D3 vitamins (B-vitamins, Omega3)
No exercise in the 3 hours leading to you going to bed
Avoid naps during the daytime
Warm bath
Warm bath before bath-time goes a long way, although it's not always possible.
Sleeping routine
Try to establish a sleeping routine and stick to it in order to help your body adjust and react to it.
Use aromatherapy
Use aromatherapy in conjunction with the bath: lemon balm oil, chamomile oil, lavender oil, and marjoram
Remove all electronic devices from your bedroom
Always keep you bed made and the sheets fresh