Falling asleep mid-show?
Your TV blares all night, draining electricity and ruining your sleep quality with noise and light.
Set it once. Sleep deeply.
Sleep Timer for Android TV & Google TV
Your TV sleeps when you do.
Set a simple timer and fall asleep worry-free. Sleep Timer automatically powers off your Android TV & Google TV, saves electricity, keeps your OLED screen burn-in free, and puts kids' screen time on cruise control.
20K+
Active Sleepers
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100% Ad-Free Ever
OLED
Burn-in Guard
TV 8.0+
Android & Google TV
Watch the app in action
See how Sleep Timer works and what features it has.
Three problems.
One elegant solution.
You've been there. Sleep Timer fixes all of it.
Kids glued to the screen?
"Five more minutes" turns into two hours. Screen time rules fall apart without an automatic enforcer.
Hard cutoff. No arguments.
Worried about OLED burn-in?
Static images burning into your expensive OLED panel overnight is a very real – and permanent – problem.
Pixel-shifting protection, 24/7.
Sleep Timer vs. Built-In TV Settings
Why dig through 6 complex menus every single night? See why Sleep Timer is the smarter choice.
Why do smart TVs need a dedicated sleep timer app? Built-in TV sleep timers on Android TV, Google TV, and smart TV brands (Sony, TCL, Hisense, Xiaomi) are typically buried 5 to 7 submenus deep inside system settings, reset every time the TV is turned off, provide no visible countdown indicator, and lack active OLED burn-in protection. Sleep Timer for Android TV replaces this frustration with a 1-click shortcut, an always-visible pixel-shifting overlay, and automated standby.
| Capability | Built-In Native TV Timer | Sleep Timer for Android TV |
|---|---|---|
| Launch Convenience | ✕ Buried 5–7 menus deep in settings | ✓ 1-Click Launch from Home Screen & Remote |
| On-Screen Progress | ✕ Invisible (No way to see time left) | ✓ Minimalist transparent countdown overlay |
| OLED Burn-In Defense | ✕ None (Static pause menus risk burn-in) | ✓ Active pixel-shifting technology |
| Bedtime Wakefulness Check | ✕ Abruptly cuts power mid-sentence | ✓ Gentle "Still Watching?" 1-click extension |
| Parental Control & Bedtime | ✕ Kids easily turn TV back on | ✓ PIN Lock after shutdown keeps TV off |
| Streaming App Compatibility | ⚠️ Often suspended by media apps | ✓ 100% reliable over Netflix, YouTube & Plex |
| Price & User Privacy | Manufacturer firmware with tracking | ✓ Free Core App, Zero Ads, Families Certified |
Everything you need.
Nothing you don't.
Powerful for power users. Simple enough to use blind in the dark.
Quick Presets
One-tap shutdown timers at 15, 30, or 60 minutes. Remote-friendly and instantly usable from your couch.
On-Screen Overlay
A minimalist countdown stays visible on top of any streaming app – Netflix, YouTube, Plex, or anything else.
Zero Ads, Forever
A utility this simple should never be cluttered with ads. The free version is clean, honest, and distraction-free.
Remote Optimized
Built natively for the Android TV interface. Large, accessible buttons designed for D-pad and remote navigation – no touchscreen needed.
No Account Needed
Download, open, and set your timer in under 10 seconds. No signup, no account, no personal data collected.
Phone & Tablet Ready
Use Sleep Timer on your phone or tablet just as naturally as on TV. The interface adapts to touchscreens – tap, set, done. Same great experience, whatever screen you reach for.
Custom Durations
Set any duration you need – 7 minutes, 45 minutes, 2 hours. No limit, your exact preference.
Exact Clock Time
Schedule the TV to shut off at a specific time – "turn off at 11:30 PM" – perfect for bedtime routines.
"Still Watching?" Prompt
A gentle nudge appears before shutdown. If you're awake, extend with one button press. If you're asleep – bed wins.
Last Timer Recall
One tap to repeat your last timer settings. Build your perfect bedtime ritual without rethinking it every night.
Pause & Control
Full pause, resume, +/- minute controls without restarting the app. Stay in charge even after the timer starts.
Smart Extension
Mid-show bathroom break? Extend the timer without navigating away. Seamless, smooth, and frictionless.
Burn-In Protection
The overlay uses pixel-shifting technology – gently repositioning the timer graphic to prevent static image retention on OLED & LED displays.
Timer Styles
Choose the timer look that fits your screen best. Pro unlocks multiple overlay styles so you can match visibility, aesthetics, and placement to your setup.
Pin Lock After Shutdown
The app requires a PIN when the device turns back on after the sleep timer has shut it off – an extra layer of control over who can restart the TV.
Pay Once, Yours Forever
No subscription. No renewal. No surprise charges. Pro is a single one-time purchase that stays with your Google Play account permanently – on every device, for life.
| Feature / Capability | Free Forever | 💎 Pro Upgrade (One-Time) |
|---|---|---|
| Cost & Billing | $0.00 (Free) | One-time purchase (No subscription) |
| Advertisements | Zero Ads Ever | Zero Ads Ever |
| Presets (15, 30, 60 minutes) | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
| Custom Durations (1–1440 min) | ✕ Presets only | ✓ Any custom minute count |
| Exact Clock-Time Shutdown (e.g. 11:30 PM) | ✕ | ✓ Exact schedule-based power off |
| OLED Burn-in Pixel Shifting | ✓ Basic Protection | ✓ Advanced Multi-Axis Guard |
| "Still Watching?" Bedtime Extension | ✕ | ✓ 1-click remote extension prompt |
| PIN Lock After TV Shutdown | ✕ | ✓ Parental code required to restart TV |
| Live Pause / +/- Minute Controls | ✕ | ✓ Adjust timer on the fly |
| Customizable Overlay Visual Styles | Standard Style | ✓ Multiple styles & corner positions |
How to Set a Sleep Timer on Android TV & Google TV
Follow these 3 quick steps to automate your TV bedtime routine across any smart TV device.
How do I set a sleep timer on Android TV or Google TV?
Install the free Sleep Timer for Android TV app from the Google Play Store, grant the one-time Accessibility permission, select your timer duration (15, 30, 60 minutes or a custom bedtime), and play your favorite video. A subtle transparent countdown stays visible, and your television shuts down automatically when the timer reaches zero.
Google TV hides power timers in deep settings. Sleep Timer gives you a 1-click home screen tile that automatically puts your Chromecast and connected HDMI-CEC TV into standby mode without interruption.
Keep your premium Sony Bravia panel safe. Native Bravia timers lack pixel shifting; Sleep Timer's built-in burn-in guard continuously shifts pixels to protect Master Series and OLED displays from static degradation.
Fully optimized for the Shield TV remote. Set quick 30 or 60-minute timers before streaming high-bitrate 4K HDR movies on Kodi or Plex. The app runs silently in background without dropping frames.
Lightweight design (<10MB) ensures instantaneous response even on affordable streaming sticks with limited RAM. Smooth D-pad navigation makes setting bedtime timers effortless.
Replace sluggish manufacturer menus. Enjoy reliable, crash-free power off on all Android-powered TCL and Hisense televisions without resetting your timer every single day.
Watching in bed on a tablet or phone? Sleep Timer auto-locks your mobile screen, stops media audio, and saves your battery from draining completely overnight.
Elegant on any screen.
Designed for TV – spacious, clear, and perfectly readable from across the room.
All Features
Timer Placement
Pro Timer Styles
Pin Lock After Shutdown
No Complex TV Menus Needed
"Still Watching?" Prompt
Shutdown Warning
Healthy Screen Time for Kids
Save on Your Electricity Bill
Up and running in 30 seconds.
No tech expertise needed. Three steps and you're done.
Install & Enable
Download for free on Google Play. Grant the Accessibility Service permission once – this allows the timer overlay and auto-shutdown to work smoothly across all apps.
Set Your Timer
Pick a 15, 30, or 60-minute preset – or set a custom duration and exact shutdown time with Pro. One button and you're back to your show.
Sleep Soundly
The minimalist countdown overlay keeps you informed. When the timer hits zero, your TV powers off automatically. Your OLED is protected, your energy bill is lower, and kids are in bed on time.
Works on all your screens.
Every major Android TV 8.0+ device out of the box – and fully touch-optimized for phones and tablets too, so the experience is just as smooth no matter which screen you're on.
NVIDIA Shield TV
Shield TV & Shield TV Pro
Sony Bravia
Android TV & Google TV models
Xiaomi Mi Box
Mi Box S, Mi Box 4K, Mi Stick
Google TV
Chromecast with Google TV (HD & 4K)
TCL Android TV
All Android TV & Google TV models
Hisense VIDAA / Android
Android TV-powered Hisense lineup
Philips Android TV
Ambilight & standard series
Sharp AQUOS
Android TV & Google TV variants
Requires Android TV 8.0 Oreo or later. If your TV runs Android TV, it runs Sleep Timer. · Also runs natively on Android phones & tablets – touch-optimized and just as effortless.
Loved by 20,000+ TV owners.
See how Sleep Timer improves sleep, protects OLED screens, and simplifies bedtime routines.
★★★★★
"I always fall asleep watching YouTube on my Chromecast with Google TV. Before this app, I woke up at 3 AM with the TV blasting recommendations. Now my TV is off, my bedroom is dark, and I sleep so much better."
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Michael R.
★★★★★
"I spent \$2,200 on my Sony Bravia OLED. Leaving a pause screen or app menu glowing all night gave me huge anxiety about permanent burn-in. Sleep Timer's pixel-shifting overlay gives total peace of mind."
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David S.
★★★★★
"The best parental control feature ever made. I set a 45-minute timer for the kids on Saturday morning and the TV turns off with zero arguments. The PIN lock keeps them from turning it back on!"
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Sarah K.
Common questions.
Everything you want to know before installing.
Does Sleep Timer work on Google TV and Chromecast?
Yes! Sleep Timer is fully compatible with Google TV and Chromecast with Google TV, as well as every device running Android TV 8.0 or later – including NVIDIA Shield, Sony Bravia, Xiaomi Mi Box, TCL, Hisense, Philips, and Sharp.
Why don't Google TV or smart TVs have a simple built-in sleep timer button?
Most smart TVs bury sleep timer controls deep within 5 to 7 layers of manufacturer settings menus, and they reset every single time the TV is turned off. Sleep Timer for Android TV provides a 1-click home screen launcher, an always-visible transparent countdown overlay, OLED burn-in protection, and an optional PIN lock that built-in TV timers lack.
Is the app completely free? Are there really no ads?
The core app is completely free to use and 100% ad-free, forever. You can set 15, 30, or 60-minute auto-shutdown timers at zero cost. The optional Pro upgrade is a one-time in-app purchase that unlocks custom durations, exact clock-time scheduling, selectable timer styles, the Still Watching prompt, and more – no subscription, ever.
How does the OLED burn-in protection actually work?
The timer overlay uses pixel-shifting technology – it subtly moves the on-screen graphic by a few pixels at regular intervals. This prevents any single pixel from displaying a static image for too long, actively protecting your OLED or LED display from permanent image retention (burn-in) damage. Your expensive screen investment is safe.
Does Sleep Timer work while watching Netflix, YouTube, or Prime Video?
Yes. Sleep Timer runs seamlessly in the background and displays an unobtrusive, transparent countdown overlay directly over any active streaming app — including Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video, Disney+, Plex, Kodi, Hulu, and HBO Max — powering off the TV when the timer ends.
Why does the app need Accessibility Service permission?
Android TV doesn't offer a standard API for third-party apps to power off the device. The Accessibility Service permission lets Sleep Timer display its overlay on top of other streaming apps and execute the shutdown command when your timer expires. No personal data is accessed or monitored. This is confirmed under Google's Play Families Policy review.
What is the "Still Watching?" feature?
The "Still Watching?" prompt (Pro feature) appears on screen a few minutes before the timer is up. If you're still awake and watching, one button press extends your session – no need to re-open or reset the app. If you've already fallen asleep, the countdown finishes and the TV powers off automatically. Best of both worlds.
Can I use this as parental control to manage my kids' screen time?
Absolutely. Set a timer before the kids start watching and the TV will power off when time is up – automatically, no negotiating. With the Pro upgrade, you can also schedule an exact shutdown time (e.g. "always off by 9:00 PM") and lock the screen with a PIN for a consistent, rule-based routine that runs itself.
Can I pause or adjust the timer after it starts?
Yes – with the Pro upgrade. You get full pause/resume controls and +/- minute adjustments without stopping and restarting the timer. The free version uses convenient set-and-forget presets that work great for most use cases.
Does Sleep Timer work on NVIDIA Shield TV?
Yes. Sleep Timer for Android TV is fully tested and compatible with NVIDIA Shield TV and Shield TV Pro, as well as Xiaomi Mi Box S/4K, Mi Stick, Sony Bravia Android TV lineup, all Google TV devices, TCL, Hisense, Philips, Sharp, and any device running Android TV 8.0 or later.
Does Sleep Timer collect any personal data?
Zero. No personal data is collected, no tracking, no analytics sent to third parties. Sleep Timer has been reviewed and verified under Google's Play Families Policy. It's a simple utility – it does one thing well, and your privacy is none of its business.
Does the app drain the battery on Android TV devices?
Not at all. The app is extremely lightweight – its purpose is to turn your TV off, saving power. It runs a simple background countdown and an optional lightweight overlay. Most Android TV devices are plugged in permanently, so this is essentially a non-issue.
Is it a subscription?
No — Pro is strictly a one-time purchase with no recurring subscription fees ever.
How much does it cost?
The core presets are free to use with zero ads forever. The optional Pro upgrade is a small one-time purchase displayed in your local currency on the Play Store.
Sleep well.
Starting tonight.
Your TV will turn itself off. Your OLED screen is protected.
Your kids will actually go to bed. Your energy bill will thank you.
Free core presets. Optional Pro upgrade available. No subscriptions ever.
Zero ads
No data collected
Play Families Policy certified
Android TV & Google TV
