What are jumpscare time codes (screamers) and how to use them

Why time codes matter for horror fans

Jumpscare time codes and scary scene warnings give you control. If sudden loud stings or cutaway scares make you anxious, a short heads up lets you prepare or skip the moment while still enjoying the story, atmosphere and dread.

What is a “screamer”?

“Screamer” is another way people search for jumpscares. We include both jump scares and screamers so that more viewers can easily find what they need.

How to use warning subtitles (SRT)

Download the movie’s warning SRT on its page and load it in your player (e.g., VLC). It shows a brief warning a few seconds before each scare. You can also place the .srt next to the video with the same filename to auto‑load.

Example: following a warning and skipping a scare

• You press play on your movie and also load the warning SRT.
• Two minutes in, a line appears: “Heads up, scare in 00:10”.
• You lower the volume or skip ahead ~15 seconds to avoid the jumpscare.
• The story continues smoothly without the sudden shock.

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Keywords people use

Common terms include jumpscares, screamers, scary scenes, time codes, jump scare tracker. Using the right words helps fans quickly find safer, more enjoyable ways to watch.