Creating Your First Timer
Creating a countdown timer with Rija takes just a few minutes. Follow this step-by-step guide to get started.
- Go to rija.io
- You'll see the timer editor with a live preview on the right side
- Click on the Timer tab in the left sidebar
- Select your target date using the date picker
- Set the specific time for your countdown to end
- Choose your timezone to ensure accuracy
Use the sidebar tabs to customize various aspects:
- Digits: Change the font size, weight, and colors of the numbers
- Labels: Customize the "Days", "Hours", "Minutes", "Seconds" labels
- Boxes: Add background colors or borders to digit containers
- Background: Set a solid color or gradient background
- Message: Add a title or headline above your timer
- Fonts: Choose from various Google Fonts
The right side of the screen shows a live preview of your timer. Any changes you make are reflected instantly.
- Click the Publish button in the top right corner
- Wait for the timer to be saved
- You'll receive an embed code and a shareable link
- Copy the embed code to add the timer to your website
- Share the direct link on social media or via email
- Access your timer anytime from the Dashboard
Updated on: 06/05/2026
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