How to Add a Countdown Timer to Password Page

Build anticipation for your store launch by adding a countdown timer to your password-protected "Coming Soon" page.

Create a new timer: Go to Timers and click "Create timer".
Choose a template: Select the "Full screen" or "Top" template for maximum impact.
Configure Basic Settings:
- Timer name: "Store Launch Countdown" (internal use).
- Timer type: "One-time (fixed end date)".
Set your launch date and time:
- In "One-time Timer Configuration", set your exact store launch date and time.
- Consider your timezone settings to ensure accuracy.
Add your launch message:
- Timer title: "Our Store Launches In"
- Timer description: "Get ready for an amazing shopping experience"
- Button text: "Notify Me" or "Get Early Access" (optional)
- Button URL: Link to a signup form or email collection page
Style for impact:
- Enable Full screen height in "Layout & Positioning"
- Enable Overlay with a semi-transparent color
- Choose a dramatic preset like Black Friday or Blue
- Increase font sizes for maximum visibility
Set targeting to password page:
- In the "Targeting" section, check "Password page" under "Show on pages".
- This is the only targeting needed for the password page.
Configure after expiration:
- Choose what happens after your store launches:
- Hide timer: The timer disappears once the store is open.
- or Show message: Display "We're Now Open!" after launch.
Activate and save: Check "Active" and click "Save".

To test your password page timer:

Go to Online Store > Preferences.
Enable "Password protection".
Visit your store URL in an incognito window to see the password page with your timer.

Result: Visitors to your password-protected store will see an engaging countdown timer building anticipation for your launch.