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Essential Countdown Timer Bar

by Essential Apps
5.0
1,404 reviewsFree plan available

Essential Countdown Timer Bar helps you create urgency-driven promotions by displaying a countdown timer at the top or bottom of your store. Whether you are running a flash sale, holiday promotion, or limited-time offer, the timer motivates shoppers to act fast before time runs out. The app supports recurring timers, evergreen countdowns for individual visitors, and full design customization to seamlessly match your store branding.

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App Details

DeveloperEssential Apps
Starting PriceFree
CategoryPromotions

Key Features

1
Fixed-date countdown timers for sales, launches, and events
2
Evergreen timers that reset per visitor for ongoing urgency
3
Recurring daily or weekly timer schedules
4
Fully customizable bar design with colors, fonts, and CTA buttons
5
Page-level targeting to show timers on specific pages or collections

Pricing Plans

Free

Free
  • 1 active countdown timer
  • Fixed-date countdown
  • Basic bar customization
  • Desktop and mobile display
  • Email support
Most Popular

Pro

$6.99/month
  • Unlimited active timers
  • Evergreen and recurring timers
  • Advanced targeting and scheduling
  • Custom CTA buttons with links
  • Priority support

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Perfect 5.0 rating across 1,400+ reviews — outstanding reliability
  • Evergreen timers create personalized urgency for each visitor
  • Recurring timer option perfect for weekly or daily deals
  • Clean, intuitive setup process
  • Affordable Pro plan at $6.99/month

Cons

  • Free plan limited to a single active timer
  • No built-in A/B testing for timer variations
  • Limited integration with third-party tools
Our Verdict

Essential Countdown Timer Bar holds a perfect 5.0 rating across 1,400+ reviews, making it one of the highest-rated urgency tools on Shopify. Its evergreen timer feature is particularly clever for ongoing conversions, and the interface is simple enough for anyone to use. The free plan is functional for basic needs, while Pro is very reasonably priced.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an evergreen countdown timer?

An evergreen timer starts fresh for each visitor based on when they first arrive, creating a personalized sense of urgency. It resets for each new visitor rather than counting down to a fixed date.

Can I show the timer only on certain pages?

Yes, the Pro plan includes page-level targeting so you can display the timer on specific product pages, collections, or your homepage.

Does the countdown timer work on mobile?

Yes, the timer bar is fully responsive and displays correctly on both desktop and mobile devices.