the FacilitainerFree OBS countdown timer overlay
A free OBS timer overlay built as a browser source for OBS Studio. Pick a style, copy the URL, paste it into OBS. Ready in under 60 seconds.
- Free · no account · no watermark
- Browser source · no download
- 16 styles · any color
- OBS · Ecamm Live · Streamlabs
Preview
Style
Timer styles hand-drawn with CNVS.
How to add a countdown timer to OBS Studio
Adding this OBS timer to your scene takes about 30 seconds:
- 1
Set your time
Enter the minutes and seconds for your countdown.
- 2
Choose your style
Pick from 16 styles. Set colors, transition animation, and background.
- 3
Copy and add to OBS
Click Copy Link, then in OBS go to Sources → + → Browser. Paste the URL and set size to 1920 × 1080.
Watch the OBS countdown timer setup
Full setup in under 2 minutes.
Works with any streaming setup
Use it as an OBS timer overlay, a browser source countdown timer, or a full-screen display on any software that supports browser sources:
- OBS Studio (all versions)
- Ecamm Live
- Streamlabs OBS
- Any app with browser source support
Paste the URL into any browser to display it full-screen on a second monitor or shared screen.
Why add a countdown timer to your stream?
A pre-show countdown timer tells your audience something is starting, not stalling. It sets expectations, builds anticipation, and means the session starts on time without you having to say a word.
For facilitators and online trainers, it keeps webinars, workshops, and online courses on schedule and participants focused.
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16 styles. Any color. Completely free.
Every timer style is fully customizable:
16 visual styles
From minimal to bold. Pick the look that fits your stream.
Full color control
Set primary, secondary, and background colors to match your brand exactly.
Set any time
Any combination of minutes and seconds, from 1 second up to 99:59.
Animations & sound
10 digit transition styles. 6 end animations. Optional bell sound.
Flexible background
Transparent by default for clean OBS overlays. Set a background color for screensharing or second-monitor use.
Live controls
Use "Open" to get a full-page timer window with pause, restart, +1 min, and time-set controls. Great for screensharing or running on a second screen.
No account, no watermark, no time limit.
Frequently asked questions
Is this OBS countdown timer really free?
Yes, 100% free. No account, no subscription, no watermark. Use it as many times as you like, forever.
How do I add a countdown timer to OBS Studio?
Configure your timer above: pick a style, set your time and colors, then click Copy Link to get the browser source URL. In OBS Studio, go to Sources → + → Browser, paste the URL, and set width to 1920 and height to 1080. The timer starts automatically when OBS loads the source. A free, simple timer for OBS that works as a browser source in seconds.
Does this work as a browser source overlay in OBS?
Yes. The generated URL opens a 1920×1080 transparent page, making it a true countdown timer OBS overlay with no black background. Add it in OBS Studio, Ecamm Live, or Streamlabs under Sources → + → Browser. It starts automatically when OBS loads.
Can I use it as a count-up timer or stopwatch?
No, this is countdown-only. For a count-up stopwatch, you need a different tool.
Do I need to download or install anything?
Nothing to download or install. The timer runs entirely in the browser. Copy the URL and paste it into OBS. That is it.
What happens when the countdown reaches zero?
The timer ends and plays whichever end animation you selected: fade out, pulse, flash, shake, or zoom out. You can also set a sound alert to trigger at zero.
Can I use multiple countdown timers in one stream?
Yes. Each configuration gets its own URL. Add multiple browser sources in OBS for different segments.