Countdown Pro for Gutenberg
This plugin is a feature rich countdown block made for Gutenberg.
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- Small user base (70+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in 4 years
- Only tested up to WordPress 5.9 (latest is 7.1)
Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where Countdown Pro for Gutenberg stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| colorfull countdown | #1 |
| countdown | >100 |
| countdown block | >100 |
| countdown for gutenberg | >100 |
| progress indicator | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 5 from 1 reviews
About Countdown Pro for Gutenberg
From the official readme · v1.0.1Description
This plugin is a feature rich countdown block made for Gutenberg.
Gutenberg is now a core feature so please update to WordPress v5, or install the Gutenberg plugin.
Plugin Features
Works as any other Gutenberg block with the following settings:
– Square & Round styles
– Progress indicator
– Flexible digits && labels coloring and sizing options
– Flexible timer background coloring options
– Flexible border coloring options
– Animations
Development
Development location: https://github.com/bomsn/countdown-pro-for-gutenberg
Installation
Standard process for installing plugins. Only make sure you have the Gutenberg plugin installed.
Frequently asked questions
Can I remove one of the counters
Yes, yes, there are options to enable or disable specific timer (days, hours, minutes, seconds).
Changelog
1.0.0
- 2019-06-10
- initial release
1.0.1
- Added translation support
- Bug fixes and performance improvements
Screenshots
For developers
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FAQ
Countdown Pro for Gutenberg: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 12, 2026
Is Countdown Pro for Gutenberg free?
Yes. Countdown Pro for Gutenberg is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Countdown Pro for Gutenberg safe to use in 2026?
Countdown Pro for Gutenberg shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 70+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 4 years ago, and scores 32/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Countdown Pro for Gutenberg?
Countdown Pro for Gutenberg is active on 70+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 3,097 times since it launched in June 2019. It was downloaded 76 times in the last 30 days.
Does Countdown Pro for Gutenberg work with WordPress 7.1?
Countdown Pro for Gutenberg is officially tested up to WordPress 5.9.19, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does Countdown Pro for Gutenberg need?
Countdown Pro for Gutenberg requires PHP 5.2 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Countdown Pro for Gutenberg last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.1, was released on May 15, 2022 (4 years ago).
Who makes Countdown Pro for Gutenberg?
Countdown Pro for Gutenberg is developed and maintained by Ali Khallad.
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