Free Countdown Video Generator

Creating a countdown video for YouTube is simple with CreateTimer. Just set your desired duration (e.g., 10 seconds for a YouTube intro), choose your resolution (we recommend 1080p or 4K for YouTube), customize the text and colors, and click generate. Your MP4 countdown video will be ready to download and upload directly to YouTube as an intro, livestream countdown, or premiere countdown.

CreateTimer exports countdown videos in high-quality MP4 format, the most widely compatible video format that works perfectly with YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and all video editing software. You can export in multiple resolutions: 4K (2160p), 1440p, 1080p (Full HD), 720p (HD), and 480p (SD). Free users can generate videos up to 720p, while PRO users get access to higher resolutions.

Yes! CreateTimer offers a free plan that lets you generate countdown videos up to 720p resolution with no watermarks. It's perfect for getting started with countdown videos. If you need higher resolutions (1080p, 1440p, or 4K) or unlimited video generation, you can upgrade to a PRO plan or purchase credit packs. There are no hidden costs - you only pay if you want premium features.

Absolutely! CreateTimer offers extensive customization options. You can choose from dozens of fonts, set custom text and timer colors, add background images or solid colors, and adjust font sizes. PRO users can even upload their own custom fonts. Make your countdown timer video match your brand perfectly with full color and typography control.

Video generation is typically very fast! A standard 10-second countdown in 720p usually renders in under 30 seconds. Higher resolutions (4K) and longer durations may take 1-3 minutes. Once generated, you'll receive an instant download link for your countdown video MP4 file. Your video will be ready to use immediately in your projects.

Countdown videos are incredibly versatile! Common uses include: YouTube video intros, livestream starting soon screens, Twitch/Facebook Gaming stream countdowns, event countdown timers, webinar start countdowns, New Year's Eve countdowns, product launch timers, presentation transitions, wedding countdown videos, and social media story countdowns. Content creators, streamers, event planners, and marketers all use countdown timer videos regularly.

Yes! CreateTimer's MP4 countdown videos work on all major platforms including YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter/X, LinkedIn, Twitch, and more. The MP4 format is universally supported and can be uploaded to any video platform or imported into video editing software like Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve.