Online timer for 40 seconds
As you begin a second pass over your footwear, use the next 40 seconds to check the places you may have missed before heading to a New Zealand pest-free island. Work around each sole, brushing disinfectant into the tread and along the edges while the countdown runs again. The repeat gives mud, seeds, and other visible debris another chance to be noticed before you leave the mainland.
While you clean the second shoe or revisit a deep tread, the duration can be changed directly on the page. A shorter run may suit footwear that was already scrubbed at home, while extra time can help with hiking boots that have narrow grooves or damp soil lodged around the heel. Changing the setting lets the countdown match the remaining work instead of making you rush or wait.
As the second pass nears its end, set the phone where you can see the display rather than relying on its sound. At a wharf, track entrance, or shared departure area, a loud signal can interrupt conversations or startle people standing close by. If sound is needed, keep the volume low and stay near enough to stop it promptly.
Common questions
What if my shoes need more or less time before I leave for the island?
Dry shoes with open tread may be finished sooner, while wet hiking boots with packed grooves can take longer. Adjust the duration on the page to reflect what remains after the first pass.
What should I do if the second disinfection pass finishes before the signal?
Stop the countdown once both soles and edges are visibly clear and treated. If cleaning continues beyond the signal, silence it for nearby travellers and restart with a duration suited to the remaining tread.
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