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How to add a live countdown on Discord (no bot)

Add a timer to your messages that ticks down and updates in everyone's time zone.

How to do it

  1. Decide on the exact date and time for your event.
  2. Use the free Discord countdown generator to select the time.
  3. Copy the code it gives you, starting with <t:.
  4. Paste it into your Discord message and send.

Good to know

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