# CountFree: Countdown Widget — Track Days & Home Screen Timer

> Home screen widgets for tracking countdowns and count-ups to important dates. (iPhone/iPad app by Matthew Kriel.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/countfree-countdown-widget/id6758019992 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Matthew Kriel](https://appshunter.io/developer/908666211)
- Category: Utilities, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 26.0 · 2 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2026-03-13
- Data updated: 2026-09-01
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/countfree-countdown-widget/id6758019992/reviews.md

## What is CountFree?

Track every moment that matters — right on your Home Screen.

CountFree gives you beautiful countdown and count-up widgets with zero catches. No ads. No paywalls. No "premium" upgrades. Every single feature is yours, and it always will be.

Whether you're counting down to a wedding, a vacation, or your baby's due date — or counting up from a sobriety milestone, a move to a new city, or the day you adopted your dog — CountFree keeps your most important dates front and center.

WIDGETS THAT FEEL LIKE HOME

Add countdown widgets directly to your iPhone or iPad Home Screen in small, medium, or large sizes. Pick from four beautiful themes — light, dark, sunset, and ocean — and personalize each event with any emoji.

Set a start date and end date to see a progress bar that shows exactly how far you've come. It's incredibly satisfying to watch it fill up.

Your countdowns update in real time. Just glance at your Home Screen — no need to open the app.

COUNTS UP TOO

Not every important date is in the future. Track time since meaningful moments:

  → Days sober
  → Years at your job
  → Time since you quit smoking
  → How long you've been together
  → Gym streak
  → Anything that matters to you


I built CountFree because I was tired of countdown apps that lock basic features behind paywalls. Want more than 3 widgets? Pay up. Want a dark theme? Subscribe. It felt wrong.

So I built the app I wanted to use — and made everything available to you.

CountFree is a passion project. There are no investors, no growth targets, no ad networks. Just an app that does what it says.

If CountFree adds value to your life, there's an optional tip jar and a supporter subscription to help me keep building. Supporters get a small badge as a thank-you. But you already have everything — it's just a way to say thanks.

EVERYTHING YOU GET

  → Unlimited countdowns and count-ups
  → Unlimited Home Screen widgets
  → Small, medium, and large widget sizes
  → Four themes: light, dark, sunset, ocean
  → Progress bars with start and end dates
  → Custom emoji for every event
  → Real-time updates on your Home Screen
  → Works on iPhone and iPad
  → No account required
  → No ads. Ever.

Download CountFree and start tracking the moments that matter.

EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- Unlimited countdowns and count-ups
- Unlimited home screen widgets
- Multiple widget sizes
- Four customizable themes
- Progress bars
- Custom emoji support
- Real-time home screen updates

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Large Tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| Cheers | $0.99 | one-time |
| High Five | $2.99 | one-time |
| Standing Ovation | $9.99 | one-time |



## Frequently asked questions about CountFree

### What is CountFree?

CountFree provides customizable countdown and count-up widgets for your home screen. It allows you to track important future events like vacations or weddings, and past milestones such as anniversaries or sobriety dates.

### Does CountFree have ads?

No, CountFree is completely ad-free. The developer built the app to be free of advertisements, ensuring an uninterrupted user experience.

### How many widgets can I use with CountFree?

You can use an unlimited number of countdown and count-up widgets with CountFree. All features, including unlimited widgets, are available to all users without any paywalls.

### What devices does CountFree support?

CountFree is available for iPhone and iPad. It offers real-time updates directly on your device's home screen.

### Is there a cost to use CountFree?

CountFree is free to download and use, with all core features available at no cost. There is an optional tip jar and a supporter subscription for users who wish to contribute to the app's development.

### Can I customize the appearance of the widgets?

Yes, you can customize your widgets with four beautiful themes: light, dark, sunset, and ocean. You can also personalize each event with any emoji.

### How often is CountFree updated?

The app was last updated on July 2, 2026, indicating active development. Users can expect ongoing improvements and feature additions.

### Does CountFree require an account?

No, CountFree does not require an account to use its features. You can start tracking your important dates immediately after installation.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.2.0 — 2026-07-02

- UI update
- Small widget previews

### 1.1.0 — 2026-03-17

- Share counters with friends and family!
- 12 New Themes!
- Improved Preview Layout!
- Simplified and upgraded interface!

### 1.0 — 2026-03-13

No release notes.

## More apps by Matthew Kriel

- [The Mountain Goat](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-mountain-goat/id908666208)

All apps by Matthew Kriel: https://appshunter.io/developer/908666211

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