April Fools' Day
2027-04-01
Why count down to April Fools' Day?
April Fools' Day is the one holiday where planning ahead is half the fun. The best pranks take time to prepare - And sharing this countdown link with an unsuspecting friend is itself the simplest possible April Fools' prank, delivered a few weeks early. Watch them wonder why you are sending them a countdown timer.
April Fools by the numbers
Prank ideas using timers
Set a countdown timer on a colleague's screen without telling them what it is counting down to - Maximum confusion, zero harm. Or use the bomb timer for a dramatic game-show style challenge during an April Fools' party. Create a countdown to a fake event and share it with a friend. They will spend days wondering what is happening on that date.
Popular Countdowns
Frequently asked questions
What timezone does the countdown use?
The countdown ticks to midnight at the start of the event date in the viewer's local browser timezone. This means someone in Tokyo and someone in New York both see a countdown tailored to their own clock - Each celebrates when it's actually midnight where they are.
Can I share this page with anyone?
Yes. This URL is permanent and public - Just copy the link from your browser address bar (or use the copy button above) and send it to anyone. They don't need an account or app to view it.
How do I create a countdown for my own event?
Use the countdown creator to name your event, set a date, and pick an emoji. You'll get a permanent shareable link in under 30 seconds. No sign-up required.
I just need a quick timer - Not a calendar date
Use the Countdown Timer for a private countdown by hours and minutes, or the Timer Link Generator to create a shareable link for a specific duration like "25 minutes".