# Exam Countdown

> A New Tab Countdown Extension

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/exam-countdown](https://chrome-stats.com/d/exam-countdown)

## Overview

- **ID:** `exam-countdown`
- **Platform:** Firefox
- **Type:** Firefox add-on
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Novatra
- **Category:** appearance,tabs
- **Daily users:** 19
- **Weekly downloads:** 5
- **Rating:** 5.00 / 5 (2 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.4.1
- **Last updated:** 2026-06-20
- **First published:** 2025-05-04
- **Size:** 57 KB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-10
- **Store listing:** [Firefox Add-ons Store](https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/exam-countdown/)

## Description

🧮 Exam Countdown Extension
Stay on top of your exam prep with real-time countdowns!

This lightweight and intuitive Chrome extension helps you keep track of the time remaining until the JEE, NEET or any exam you add. The extension is fully customizable to your preferences; you can change the wallpaper, brightness, music, and theme.

🎯 Key Features:
<ul><li>⏰ <strong>Live Countdown Timers</strong>: Real-time tracking for JEE Main, JEE Advanced, NEET, and custom exams</li><li>📅 <strong>Predefined Exam Dates</strong>: Built-in countdowns for the major entrance exams</li><li>🧩 <strong>Custom Exam Tracking</strong>: Add your own exam dates and goals</li><li>🖥️ <strong>Popup Dashboard</strong>: Quick access to timers, site blocker controls, and study tools</li><li>🆕 <strong>Dedicated Countdown Tab</strong>: Full-page new tab countdown with rich controls</li><li>🎨 <strong>Theme, Wallpaper, and Brightness Controls</strong>: Personalize the look and feel of the new tab</li><li>🎵 <strong>Background Music Support</strong>: Use YouTube or Spotify links while you study</li><li>🛑 <strong>Website Blocker</strong>: Block distracting sites with a customizable list</li><li>▶️ <strong>YouTube Unhook Tools</strong>: Reduce distraction on YouTube while keeping it available for music or study</li><li>💡 <strong>Minimalist Interface</strong>: Clean, distraction-free layout designed for daily use</li></ul>
Whether you're preparing for JEE, NEET, or any other exam, this extension helps you stay aware, stay motivated, and stay on track.

## Rankings

- #24,948 — Overall
- #8 — countdown
- #84 — word count
- #140 — country
- #168 — account
- #226 — counter

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `storage`
- `activeTab`

### Content script matches

- `www.youtube.com`
- `m.youtube.com`
- `*`

## Safety

- **Risk impact:** High risk impact
- **Risk likelihood:** Moderate risk likelihood

### Analysis details

- Allows access to all websites, posing a significant security risk as it can monitor and modify data from any visited site.
- This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.

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