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⏱️ Simple Race Timing

Professional Race Timing Made Simple

Accurate millisecond timing for your running, cycling, swimming and other sporting events - automatic OCR bib scanning and manual tracking, no specialized equipment needed

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Race timer in action

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Multiple Race Formats

Support for various event types including runs, triathlons, cycling, swimming, and custom multi-stage competitions

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Quick Contestant Setup

Add multiple participants in seconds and organize them into categories for easier management

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Real-time Results

View live leaderboards, lap times, and final results as contestants cross the finish line

🏁 Flexible Race Tracking

Two Ways to Track Your Race

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Manual Button Tracking

Perfect for smaller events or as a backup method. Simply press a button when a participant crosses the finish line.

How it works:

  1. 1. Start the race timer
  2. 2. As participants cross the line, click their name/number in the system
  3. 3. Finish times are automatically recorded with millisecond precision
Best for: Small events, community races, training sessions
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OCR Bib Scanner

Use your smartphone camera to automatically read participant bib numbers. Point the camera at runners as they cross the finish line - no scanning action needed!

How it works:

  1. 1. Print large, high-contrast bib numbers for each participant
  2. 2. Position camera 5 meters from finish line with 2-3x zoom
  3. 3. Camera automatically reads numbers and records times - hands-free!
Best for: Larger events, multiple checkpoints, hands-free operation
🔍 Featured Capability

Automatic OCR Bib Scanning

Turn any smartphone into an intelligent timing station. The camera automatically reads bib numbers using OCR technology - just point it at the finish line and let it work!

  • Hands-free automatic detection
  • Works from 5 meters distance
  • Instant number recognition
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Camera reads number automatically

#42 John Smith

How BeOnTimer Works

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Create Your Event

Start by naming your event, selecting the type of race, and configuring basic settings like distance and categories

New Event > "Spring 5K Run" > Create
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Register Participants

Add all contestants with their details, assign bib numbers, and organize them into categories if needed

+ Add Contestant > "John Smith" > Bib #42 > Category: "Men 30-39"
3

Choose Your Tracking Method

Select between manual button tracking for smaller events or OCR bib scanning for automatic hands-free timing

Tracking Options > Manual Button or OCR Bib Scanner > Set Up Camera
4

Time Your Race

Start the timer and record finishes using your chosen tracking method as participants cross timing points

[START] > Elapsed: 00:18:45.231 > Manual click or OCR detection > Time recorded!
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Share Results

Generate instant leaderboards, export results, and share them with participants or post online

Results > Sort by Category > Export CSV/PDF > Share Link

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