# Countdown calendar widget

> Countdowns, widget & reminders for birthdays, events & special dates.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.shexa.calendarwidget](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.shexa.calendarwidget)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.shexa.calendarwidget`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Shexa Technolabs
- **Category:** PRODUCTIVITY
- **Downloads:** 15,757
- **Rating:** 3.33 / 5 (59 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.0.4
- **Last updated:** 2026-05-29
- **First published:** 2022-07-26
- **Publisher country:** IN
- **Size:** 18 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.shexa.calendarwidget)
- **Website:** [https://ge8d5ec54.app-ads-txt.com](https://ge8d5ec54.app-ads-txt.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://sharpenminds.in:8081/consent/policy/sHexa](http://sharpenminds.in:8081/consent/policy/sHexa)

## Description

The Countdown Calendar Widget is a versatile and user-friendly Chrome extension designed to help you keep track of all your important dates including birthdays, anniversaries, meetings, parties, and more. Its intuitive calendar view allows you to easily add and manage events with timings displayed clearly, ensuring you never miss a special occasion.

Key features include birthday reminders with account syncing, customizable countdown timers with theme colors for exciting events, and a responsive widget that can be placed on your home screen for quick access. It integrates seamlessly with your Google Calendar through permissions for reading and writing events, making it an all-in-one reminder app that saves you time and helps you stay organized effortlessly.

## Rankings

- #475,183 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_SPECIAL_USE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_CALENDAR`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_CALENDAR`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.shexa.calendarwidget.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users appreciate the app's effective and straightforward countdown features, especially for days and times. However, many find the excessive advertisements intrusive. There is a demand for more customization, such as transparent widgets and the ability to choose calendar events. Some users also note the app doesn't auto-refresh countdowns and have concerns about notification toolbar management.

### Pros

- Simple and effective countdown functionality
- Allows countdowns for days and times
- Users find it perfect for displaying countdowns
- Positive feedback about its core features

### Cons

- Too many advertisements
- Lack of option for transparency in widgets
- No auto refresh for countdowns
- Unable to select specific calendar events for countdown
- Issues with notification toolbar that users want to remove

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.shexa.calendarwidget)