Create your embeddable countdown
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How it works
Create and embed a countdown in minutes.
Customize your timer
Set the title, date, timezone, fonts, colors, and time parts.
Generate your link & embed
Click Create to get a shareable page plus a tiny embed snippet.
Paste it anywhere
Works with Shopify, WordPress, Webflow, Squarespace, Wix, and more.
Why use a countdown?
Countdowns focus attention and create urgency. They increase clarity around start/end times, helping more visitors take action.
- Clarify deadlines for sales, launches, and events.
- Create urgency without resorting to dark patterns.
- Drive return visits with a clear time anchor.
- Embed anywhere with simple, lightweight code.
Highlight limited-time offers and boost action.
Make start and end times unmistakable.
Transparent timing builds credibility.
No account needed. Create and embed in minutes.
Popular use cases
Product launches
Build anticipation with a clear launch moment.
Sales & promos
Show exactly when discounts end to motivate purchases.
Webinars
Remind attendees with a precise start time.
Due dates
Make deadlines unmistakable.
Live streams
Start your stream with a professional countdown overlay using chroma key effects.
Holidays
Count down to days worth celebrating.
FAQ
What is CountdownGuru?
CountdownGuru is a free tool that allows you to create and share countdowns with your audience. You can customize the appearance and behavior of the countdown using the options provided and embed it on your website or share the link with your audience.
Do I need an account to create a countdown?
No. You can create and share a countdown without an account. Sign in to save and edit later.
Which platforms and website builders is CountdownGuru compatible with?
CountdownGuru is compatible with all major website builders including Shopify, WordPress, Squarespace, Wix, Webflow, and more. If you can add custom scripts to your website, it will work with CountdownGuru.
Can I customize the appearance of the countdown?
Yes, you can customize the appearance of the countdown by changing the options in the countdown settings in the CountdownGuru creator.
What is the local timezone option?
Local timezone adapts to each user's location - perfect for events like New Year that happen at different times globally.
All other timezones show the same countdown time to everyone visiting your website, no matter where they are - ideal for events that happen at the same time for everyone, like product launches.