CountDownDays
CountDownDays - Plugin for counting down the event, simple configuration and widgetable (drag and place).
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CountDownDays shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 15 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (10+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in 14 years
- Only tested up to WordPress 3.2 (latest is 7.1)
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Daily downloads
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Rankings
Where CountDownDays stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| count down | >100 |
| count down days | >100 |
| count down event | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
About CountDownDays
From the official readme · v1.0Description
CountDownDays – Plugin for counting down the event base the day. CountDownDays plugin is widgetable at your sidebar. Simple configuration, simple view, and friendly to every user.
If any problems or feedback please contact me www.nulis.web.id . The readme in the Indonesian language can be read in http://arisnb.nulis.web.id/count-down-days.html
Thanks to Purwedi Kurniawan.
Installation
- Download file
- Upload and extract in plugin folder, or upload by add new plugin at your WordPress Dashboard
- Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress
- Configure/Setting through your WordPress Dashboard : Settings >> Count Down Days
- Add to your widgets : Appearance >> Widgets. (Drag and place at your widgets)
- Enjoy it.
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FAQ
CountDownDays: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 13, 2026
Is CountDownDays free?
Yes. CountDownDays is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is CountDownDays safe to use in 2026?
CountDownDays shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 15 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.
How many websites use CountDownDays?
CountDownDays is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 2,439 times since it launched in January 2012. It was downloaded 63 times in the last 30 days.
Does CountDownDays work with WordPress 7.1?
CountDownDays is officially tested up to WordPress 3.2.1, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
When was CountDownDays last updated?
The latest version, 1.0, was released on January 30, 2012 (15 years ago).
Who makes CountDownDays?
CountDownDays is developed and maintained by arisnb.
What are the best alternatives to CountDownDays?
The most popular alternatives to CountDownDays are Countdown Block (4K+ installs), Counter Box (1K+ installs) and Countdown Block (1K+ installs).
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