Can I embed the countdown timer on my website?

Yes! After creating your countdown, click "Generate Widget" to get an iframe or script code you can embed on any website. The widget is lightweight, responsive, and updates every second.

Date & Time

Online Countdown Timer & HTML Widget

Q: How do I create a countdown timer for my website?

Use our free countdown timer tool to set your target date, time, and display preferences. Then click "Generate Widget" to get an embeddable HTML snippet you can paste into your website. The widget updates in real-time and includes a small attribution link.

Q: Is the countdown timer free to use?

Yes, the countdown timer and all generated widgets are completely free with no limits. The only requirement is a small attribution link back to infinit5.com.

Q: What happens when the countdown reaches zero?

When the countdown reaches zero, it displays "Time's up!" by default. You can also enable the option to show elapsed time, which will display how long ago the event occurred.

Create countdown timers and generate embeddable widgets for your website

Set Up Your Countdown

Countdown Name *

Description (optional)

Target Date *

Target Time

Time Zone(auto-detected)

Display Options

Display Mode

Display Format

Show elapsed time after countdown ends(instead of Time's up!)

How to Use This Countdown Timer

Create a free countdown timer for any event, deadline, or special occasion. You can use it on this page or generate an embeddable widget for your own website or blog. Here's how:

Name your countdown — give it a clear, descriptive name like "Product Launch" or "Wedding Day".
Set the target date and time — choose when the countdown should reach zero. The time zone is auto-detected but can be changed.
Choose display options — select how the countdown is displayed (days/hours/minutes/seconds, compact or full format).
Click "Start Countdown" — watch the live timer count down in real-time.
Generate a widget — click "Generate Widget" to get a shareable link, iframe embed code, or a standalone HTML/JavaScript snippet.

How This Countdown Timer Works

The countdown timer calculates the difference between the current time and your target date/time, then updates the display every second. All calculations happen in your browser — no server is needed.

Widget generation creates embeddable code that runs independently on any website. The iframe version links back to a hosted countdown page. The HTML/JavaScript widget is fully self-contained — just paste it into your site and it works immediately.

Shareable links encode your countdown settings (name, date, time, display preferences) directly in the URL, so anyone with the link sees the same countdown. No account or database is needed.

Examples

Product Launch Countdown

Set up a countdown for your product launch and embed the widget on your landing page. Use the "compact" display mode with days, hours, minutes, and seconds for maximum impact. Share the countdown link on social media to build anticipation.

Event or Conference Timer

Add a countdown widget to your event registration page. The "full" display format works great for formal events like conferences and weddings. Enable "show elapsed time" so the widget stays useful even after the event starts.

Blog or Newsletter Widget

Use the HTML/JavaScript widget code to add a countdown to your blog sidebar or email newsletter landing page. The standalone widget is lightweight and doesn't depend on external scripts — it works everywhere.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I create a countdown timer for my website?▼

Set your target date, name, and display preferences above. Click "Start Countdown" then "Generate Widget". Copy either the iframe code or the HTML/JavaScript widget code and paste it into your website's HTML. The widget updates in real-time and is completely free.

Can I embed the countdown timer on any website?▼

Yes! The HTML/JavaScript widget is self-contained and works on any website, blog, or CMS (WordPress, Squarespace, Wix, etc.). The iframe version works anywhere that supports iframes. Both options are responsive and update every second.

Is the countdown timer free to use?▼

Yes, completely free with no limits on usage. The generated widgets include a small, unobtrusive attribution link to infinit5.com. There are no premium tiers or hidden costs.

What happens when the countdown reaches zero?▼

By default, the timer displays "Time's up!" when it reaches zero. If you enable the "Show elapsed time" option, it will instead show how long ago the event occurred (e.g., "2 days 5 hours ago").

Can I share my countdown with others?▼

Yes! After generating the widget, you'll get a shareable link that encodes all your countdown settings. Anyone who opens the link will see the same live countdown. No account or login is needed — the countdown settings are stored directly in the URL.

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