How to add it to OBS, Streamlabs or Meld
- Set it up above, then press Copy link.
- In OBS Studio, click + under Sources and choose Browser. In Streamlabs Desktop, add a Browser Source; in Meld Studio, add a Browser layer.
- Paste the link into the URL box and set the width and height shown under the link.
- For a minutes countdown, tick "Refresh browser when scene becomes active" so it restarts each time you switch to the scene.
- Drag it where you want it and resize it with the red handles. The background is transparent, so only the text shows.
It also works as a Twitch Studio, PRISM Live or vMix browser input. Gear that pairs well: a Stream Deck or a free OBS install. Disclosure. Your settings are saved in this browser, so you can come back and change them; after changing settings, paste the new link into the source.
Minutes or a time of day
Minutes starts counting when the source loads: perfect for a 5-minute starting-soon screen or a 10-minute break. Time of day counts to a clock time on your computer, like 8:00 PM, so viewers who arrive early see exactly how long is left; if that time has already passed today, it counts to tomorrow. Countdowns over an hour show hours too.
Example: with 5 minutes set, the overlay shows 5:00 when you switch to the scene, ticks down to 0:01, then shows "WE'RE LIVE!" until you change scenes.
Frequently asked questions
How do I make the countdown restart each time?
In the Browser Source properties, tick "Refresh browser when scene becomes active". The timer then starts fresh every time you switch to that scene.
Can I count down to my stream start time?
Yes. Choose "To a time of day" and enter the time. It uses your computer's clock and time zone.
Does it need my channel?
No. The countdown doesn't connect to any chat.
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