You can add a countdown timer to your website with the Event Countdown block, which counts down to a date and time you choose. This guide shows you how to add a countdown timer for a sale, product launch, event, or any upcoming date.
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Ask our AI assistantTo add a countdown timer, click on the + block inserter and search for Event Countdown. Alternatively, you can type /event on a new line and press enter.
For more information, visit our detailed instructions on adding blocks.
You will be asked for two pieces of information:
- The title of your event.
- The date and time of your event.

And that’s it! Preview the page to see your countdown timer in action.

When you select a block, you will find additional block settings in the right sidebar. If you do not see the sidebar, you may need to click the Settings icon in the top-right corner to bring up the settings. This icon looks like a square with two uneven columns:

The advanced option here lets you add a CSS class to your block, allowing you to write custom CSS and style the block as you see fit. For more, visit our detailed instructions on advanced settings.