With this plugin you can set up a countdown timer – or even multiple – on a page. The timer will count down until the given date and show the alternative content.
This plugin is great for use on sales pages and product launches or discounts, it gives a sense of tension to the visitor.
This plugin does not use an admin page, everything is done with a few simple shortcodes.
Usage:
<pre><code>[countdown date="18:00:00 08/30/2009"]
This page goes live in about: [counter]
[after]
Enter your secret content here
[/countdown]
</code></pre>
Note that dates are UTC and that alternative content is not send to the browser until the date passed.

WordPress Countdown Plugin

Add a countdown timer to any page hiding content until the date passes.

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<a href="https://wow-estore.com/documentations/counter-box-documentation/" rel="nofollow ugc">📚 Documentation</a> | <a href="https://demo.wow-estore.com/counter-box-pro/" rel="nofollow ugc">🚀 Try Pro Demo</a>
Counter Box is a lightweight WordPress plugin that helps you create engaging countdowns and counters. Use it to increase urgency, highlight upcoming events, display statistics, or show time-based messages. No coding required.
<h3>🎯 Use Cases:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Countdown to product launch or special event</li>
<li>Timer for flash sales or promotions</li>
<li>Show time since last update or achievement</li>
<li>Personalized timers for each visitor</li>
<li>Display metric-style counters (e.g., “Total Downloads”)</li>
</ul>
<h3>⚙️ Core Features:</h3>
<ul>
<li>7 Counter Types:
<ul>
<li>Countdown to Date</li>
<li>Weekly Countdown (auto-reset weekly)</li>
<li>Time Since (e.g., “Days Since Launch”)</li>
<li>Simple Timer (resets on refresh)</li>
<li>Personal Timer (user-specific countdowns)</li>
<li>Resumable Timer (persists across visits)</li>
<li>Base Counter (static up/down value)</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Live Preview Editor – Customize in real-time</li>
<li>Timezone Controls – Show correct countdowns for all visitors</li>
<li>Randomized Start Values – Simulate real-time growth</li>
<li>Flexible Design Settings – Fonts, sizes, colors, spacing</li>
<li>JavaScript-only – Lightweight and jQuery-free</li>
<li>GDPR-friendly – No cookies, no tracking</li>
</ul>
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<h3>🚀 Pro Features</h3>
Unlock advanced tools and visibility rules with Counter Box Pro:
<ul>
<li>Counter From Date (auto-incrementing from a start date)</li>
<li>Counter From Weekday (resets every week)</li>
<li>Number Formatting (e.g., 10000 → 10,000)</li>
<li>Hide or show content based on timer end</li>
<li>Redirect to URL after countdown</li>
<li>Show custom messages on finish</li>
<li>Trigger JS functions when timer ends</li>
<li>Display based on:
<ul>
<li>URL parameters</li>
<li>Referrer URL</li>
<li>Country (Geo-targeting)</li>
<li>Language</li>
<li>Browser</li>
<li>User role</li>
<li>Scheduled times</li>
<li>Device type (mobile/tablet/desktop)</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
🎉 <a href="https://wow-estore.com/item/counter-box-pro/" rel="nofollow ugc">Upgrade to Pro</a> to unlock these powerful options.
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<h3>🔌 Pair with These Plugins</h3>
Boost your site’s performance by combining Counter Box with:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://wordpress.org/plugins/popup-box/" rel="ugc">Popup Box</a> – Create engaging, custom popups to boost conversions.</li>
<li><a href="https://wordpress.org/plugins/flexi-menu/" rel="ugc">Flexi Menu</a> – Create Floating, Sticky, Dropdown & Icon Menus Easily.</li>
<li><a href="https://wordpress.org/plugins/buttons/" rel="ugc">Buttons</a> – Create powerful call-to-action buttons.</li>
<li><a href="https://wordpress.org/plugins/calculator-builder/" rel="ugc">Calculator Builder</a> – Insert interactive calculators inside popups.</li>
</ul>
✅ Boost engagement and conversions by combining Counter Box with these free tools!
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<h4>Support</h4>
Need help? Ask questions and get quick answers in our <a href="https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/counter-box/" rel="ugc">support center</a>.

Counter Box – Add Countdowns, Timers & Dynamic Counters to WordPress

Easily add countdowns, timers, and counters to your WordPress site. Ideal for sales, events, stats, and personalized time-based experiences.

WordPress Countdown Plugin vs Counter Box – Add Countdowns, Timers & Dynamic Counters to WordPress