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title: Timer
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The timer element is a dynamic countdown timer that can be used within widgets, creating urgency or highlighting time-limited offers. It helps encourage immediate action by visitors.

## Settings

**Deadline**
Defines when the countdown ends:

- *Interval* – specific interval from the first time the widget is viewed.
- *Date* – a specific calendar date in the future.

**Units**
Labels of the units used in timer cards:

- Days
- Hours
- Minutes
- Seconds

## Interaction

The timer element can be interactive and run actions upon expiration. For details on interaction settings, see the [interactions article](docId\:GiKD86hGqVR22q7p4hUL2).