Starting soon
5 minTotal
5 min
A 5-minute stream countdown for starting soon scenes.
Stream starting soon timer
Free Livestream Countdown Timer
Create a readable livestream countdown for starting soon scenes, intermission screens, guest handoffs, and final go-live checks. Use it in a browser window, share the display, or switch to XTimer when a producer needs control.
Built for this job
Viewers know exactly when the stream or next segment will begin.
Hosts get a visible buffer for audio, camera, and scene checks.
Stream teams can move from a simple browser countdown to a controlled timing room.
Starting soon
Ready
5:00
A 5-minute stream countdown for starting soon scenes.
Timer presets
Controls
Create controlled roomUse this setup in XTimer
Need a controller link, viewer display, or shared room?
Keep this simple timer for quick work. Move into an XTimer room when one person controls the clock and another screen shows it to a speaker, team, class, or audience.
Presets that match real work
Start from a timer people already understand.
Each preset has a clear use case, duration, and workflow. That makes the page useful for search visitors immediately, and gives professional users a natural path into XTimer rooms when they need separate controller and viewer devices.
Final check
2 minTotal
2 min
A 2-minute timer for audio, camera, and guest checks.
Intermission
10 minTotal
10 min
A 10-minute countdown for breaks between stream segments.
Guest handoff
3 minTotal
3 min
A 3-minute buffer for switching scenes or speakers.
Event opener
15 minTotal
15 min
A 15-minute countdown for larger livestream events.
Professional setup
Use the simple timer first, then graduate to controlled timing.
Keep starting soon timers short enough that viewers do not leave.
Use a different intermission timer when the stream is already live.
Place the countdown where it remains readable after OBS or platform scaling.
Use XTimer viewer links when the timer must be controlled by a producer.
Frequently asked questions
What is a livestream countdown timer?
A livestream countdown timer shows viewers how long remains before a stream starts, returns from intermission, or moves into the next segment.
Can I use this timer with OBS?
Yes. You can show the timer in a browser window and capture or share that window in your streaming setup.
How long should a starting soon countdown be?
Most streams use 2 to 10 minutes. Short streams often use 2 to 5 minutes, while larger events may use 10 to 15 minutes.