# Countdown timer

![image](https://docs-assets.foxecom.app/pebble-theme/Fox-BG%20Light%20(10)_4X0p8GA4.jpg)

Add a countdown timer to create urgency and encourage customers to take action before time runs out.

## How to add a Countdown timer section to your Shopify store

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1. In the theme editor **(Customize)**, click **Add section.**
2. Select **Countdown timer** section.
3. Make necessary changes.
4. **Save.**

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## How to customize a Countdown timer section

The **Countdown timer** section supports flexible nested blocks to help you build engaging promotional content:

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<Tab title="Subheading">

![image](https://docs-assets.foxecom.app/pebble-theme/image_tztHjK4u.png)

Add a short label or context above the main heading to introduce the promotion.

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📝 Learn more: [Basic](https://docs.foxecom.com/pebble-theme/theme-blocks/basic#text)

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</Tab>

<Tab title="Heading">

![image](https://docs-assets.foxecom.app/pebble-theme/image_sziiArxK.png)

Highlight the main message or offer to capture attention.

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📝 Learn more: [Basic](https://docs.foxecom.com/pebble-theme/theme-blocks/basic#text)

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</Tab>

<Tab title="Text">

![image](https://docs-assets.foxecom.app/pebble-theme/image_vQX9xMzg.png)

Provide additional details such as terms, timing, or supporting information.

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📝 Learn more: [Basic](https://docs.foxecom.com/pebble-theme/theme-blocks/basic#text)

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</Tab>

<Tab title="Countdown timer">

![image](https://docs-assets.foxecom.app/pebble-theme/image_b0HW2Y0A.png)

Display a live countdown to create urgency and encourage immediate action.

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📝 Learn more: [Basic](https://docs.foxecom.com/pebble-theme/theme-blocks/basic#countdown-timer)

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</Tab>

<Tab title="Button">

![image](https://docs-assets.foxecom.app/pebble-theme/image_rg02EpbV.png)

Add a call-to-action to direct customers

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📝 Learn more: [Basic](https://docs.foxecom.com/pebble-theme/theme-blocks/basic#button)

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<Tab title="Image">

![image](https://docs-assets.foxecom.app/pebble-theme/image_ctSQZMrM.png)

Show supporting visuals to enhance the promotion and attract attention.

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📝 Learn more: [Basic](https://docs.foxecom.com/pebble-theme/theme-blocks/basic#image)

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</Tab>
</Tabs>

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✨ Check out the Countdown timer section settings: [Common settings available in most sections](https://docs.foxecom.com/pebble-theme/theme-sections/overview#common-settings-available-in-most-sections)

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