How to Add a Countdown Timer in Squarespace Website – Free Plugin Tutorial
Countdown timers are a proven way to capture attention and motivate visitors to take action. By displaying the remaining time in a visually appealing format, you can create urgency and highlight important deadlines.
This tutorial is beginner-friendly and works perfectly with Squarespace version 7.1.
Features of This Countdown Timer Plugin
Fully responsive and works on all devices.
Easy to integrate into Squarespace with minimal effort.
Customizable colors, fonts, and layout.
Displays time in days, hours, minutes, and seconds.
Completely free to download and use.
Step-by-Step Guide to Adding a Countdown Timer
Follow these simple steps to integrate the countdown timer into your Squarespace website.
Step 1: Log In and Edit Your Page
Log in to your Squarespace account.
Navigate to the page where you want the countdown timer to appear.
Click Edit to open the page editor.
Step 2: Add a Code Block
Select the section where you'd like the timer to display.
Click the + icon to add a content block.
Choose Code from the available options.
Step 3: Paste the HTML, CSS & JS
Copy and paste the following code into the Code Block:
Step 5: Customize the Timer
Change the Target Date: Update the
targetDate
in the JavaScript code to match your event.Style Adjustments: Modify the
.flip-number
or.label
CSS classes to change the font, colors, or layout.
Preview and Publish
Once you've added the code, preview your page to ensure the countdown timer appears and functions correctly. When you're satisfied with the result, publish your changes.