A free, open-source countdown timer plugin for WordPress websites

Countdown Timer Ultimate is a free WordPress plugin with a strong reputation for being expertly designed, oddly robust, and incredibly clever. It doesn’t slow your website, never lags when keeping time, and uses minimal server space.

Countdown Timer Ultimate uses your sign-in time to sync in real-time. The Pomodoro Timer is a similar app but not as reliable as it checks itself against an online clock or your computer’s time. However, Countdown Timer sends a small amount of data through an unsecured connection, unlike Timer for Windows.

What happens when the timer ends?

It depends on what you select during the initial setup. After that, it will either display text on your screen or show a visual graphic of a full or empty timer.

How to add the Countdown Timer to WordPress?

You can enter shortcodes using parameters and instructions set out by the countdown timer. Then, you can paste the snippet into the head of the theme itself or place the code on a single page or post.

Can I get technical support?

Hobbyists provide customer support, but it is rarely needed. However, the timer will not need any updates unless HTML5 is swapped out with something else.

Simple in a good and bad way

This countdown timer plugin is very simple to use but still has a learning curve. Nevertheless, it is a great tool for those willing to learn how to use it. Otherwise, its programmatic nature can be off-putting for users who prefer clean interfaces.

What data is it sending?

This free plugin persistently prompts you to sign up for a mailing list. Even if you refuse, it still sends out data disclosing which websites are using the plugin, when it was installed or uninstalled, and your WordPress version number. Even though it’s not sending personal info, many users see this as bad practice.