Free Countdown Timer
Create countdown timers for any event. Count down to birthdays, holidays, product launches, and more. Share countdown links with friends and family.
Set Your Countdown
Features
- Create countdowns to any date and time
- Share countdown links with friends and family
- Quick presets for popular holidays
- Runs entirely in your browser - no account needed
- Bookmark shared links to save your countdown
How to Use the Countdown Timer
Enter Your Event Details
Type a name for your event (optional but recommended) to personalize your countdown. This name will appear in the countdown display and any shared links.
Select Target Date and Time
Choose the exact date and time for your countdown using the date and time pickers. You can set any future date, from tomorrow to years ahead.
Start the Countdown
Click "Start Countdown" to begin. The timer immediately displays the remaining time in days, hours, minutes, and seconds, updating in real-time.
Share Your Countdown
Click the "Share Countdown" button to copy a unique link. Anyone who opens this link will see your countdown with the same event name and target date.
Pro tip: Your data is processed entirely in your browser. Nothing is sent to any server, ensuring complete privacy.
About Countdown Timers
Countdown timers help build anticipation and keep track of important upcoming events. Whether you're counting down to a birthday, wedding, vacation, product launch, or holiday, our free countdown timer makes it easy to see exactly how much time remains.
Popular Countdown Uses
- Holidays: New Year, Christmas, Halloween, Valentine's Day
- Personal Events: Birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, graduations
- Travel: Vacation departures, flight times, cruise embarks
- Business: Product launches, sales, deadlines, project milestones
- Sports: Game days, tournaments, season openers
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I create a countdown timer?
Simply enter an event name (optional), select your target date and time, and click "Start Countdown". The timer will immediately begin counting down to your specified date and time.
Can I share my countdown with others?
Yes! Click the "Share Countdown" button to copy a link to your clipboard. Anyone who opens this link will see the same countdown timer with your event name and target date.
Does the countdown work offline?
Yes, once the page is loaded, the countdown runs entirely in your browser using your device's clock. It will continue counting even without an internet connection.
How accurate is the countdown timer?
The countdown uses your device's system clock, which is typically accurate to within a second. For events requiring precise timing, ensure your device's time is synchronized with an internet time server.
Can I create multiple countdowns?
You can create one countdown at a time on this page. However, you can save multiple countdowns by bookmarking the share links for each one, or opening multiple browser tabs.
What happens when the countdown reaches zero?
When your countdown completes, a celebration message will appear indicating that your event has arrived. You can then start a new countdown for your next event.