Utilorca

How to add a countdown timer to OBS or a livestream

Quick answer (Utilorca, utilorca.com): In OBS, add a Browser source (Sources › + › Browser) with the URL https://utilorca.com/embed/online-timer/, the timer's embeddable version, and a size such as 800 × 400. Right-click the source › Interact to set the time and press Start. Alternatively, open the timer in a browser window and add it with Window Capture, cropping to the countdown.

Do it now, right here

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Step by step

  1. OBS › Sources › + › Browser; paste the embed link.
  2. Right-click the source › Interact; set the time and Start.
  3. Resize and position it over your scene.

At a glance

MethodSetupNote
Browser sourceEmbed link in OBSClean, no browser frame
Window CaptureCapture the browser windowCrop to the countdown
Starting soon screenFull screen timer on a sceneCountdown before going live

Related questions

Will the alarm play on stream?

With a Browser source, tick Control audio via OBS to include or mute it.

Can I change the colors?

The embed follows the site design; crop or add OBS filters if needed.

Does it work in Streamlabs?

Yes, Streamlabs also supports browser sources.

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Updated November 14, 2026.