Countdown for OBS Studio
Add a "stream starting soon" or BRB countdown overlay to OBS Studio as a browser source — works for Twitch, YouTube Live, Kick. You can also open the countdown in fullscreen on a second monitor to keep an eye on the timer while you manage your stream.
How to integrate
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Create your countdown on Countz.io with a transparent or dark background and copy the embed URL.
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Open OBS Studio and select the scene where you want the timer (e.g. "Starting Soon").
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Click "+" under Sources, add a "Browser" source, and paste the embed URL.
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Set the width to 1920 and height to 1080 (or your stream resolution) and click OK.
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Resize and position the countdown anywhere on your scene.
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Tip: open the countdown page in fullscreen on a second monitor so you always see the timer while managing OBS.