Flash Countdown Timer offers different timer types depending on how you want your countdown to behave.
Each type is designed for a specific use case - like one-time sales, daily promos, or per-visitor urgency.
1. Fixed end date & time (one-time)
This timer counts down to a specific date and time.
Once it reaches zero, it ends and does not restart.
Best for:
Product launches
Holiday sales
Limited-time events
👉 Example: “Sale ends March 31 at 11:59 PM”
2. Fixed minutes per visitor
This timer creates a unique countdown for each visitor.
The timer starts when someone lands on the page, so every visitor gets their own countdown.
Best for:
Cart urgency (“Complete your order in 10 minutes”)
Limited-time offers per visitor
Increasing conversions
👉 Example: “Your discount expires in 10 minutes”
3. Daily recurring window
This timer runs during a specific time window each day and repeats automatically.
You choose:
Start time
End time
Days (every day or weekdays)
Best for:
Daily deals
Lunch or happy hour promos
Order cutoff times
👉 Example: “Today’s deal ends in 2 hours (9 AM – 11 AM)”
How do I choose the right timer?
Use this quick guide:
Use Fixed end date & time → for one-time events
Use Fixed minutes per visitor → for personal urgency
Use Daily recurring window → for repeating daily offers
How to set a timer type
Go to Shopify Admin → Online Store → Edit Theme
Add or select the Flash Countdown Timer app block
In the block settings, choose your Timer type
Configure the required settings (time, minutes, or schedule)
Click Save
Need help?
If you're unsure which timer type fits your use case, reach out to our support team - we’re happy to guide you 👍