As Shabbos arrives earlier and earlier during the winter months, many families find themselves racing against the clock. Between school pickups, lunch, baths, errands, and last-minute preparations, candle-lighting can suddenly appear out of nowhere — leaving the home frantic instead of peaceful. 

A new app is stepping in to change that. 

The Shabbos Countdown app, now available free on Google Play, is gaining attention as a simple yet powerful tool that helps Yiddishe homes stay organized, calm, and ready for Shabbos — especially during early-Shabbos season. 

A Smarter Erev Shabbos 

The concept sounds simple, but it’s remarkably effective: a clean, beautifully displayed countdown showing exactly how much time remains until candle-lighting in your exact location. Families can glance at the screen and instantly know where they’re holding. 

Beyond staying on schedule, the countdown helps build anticipation for Shabbos itself — turning each passing minute into a reminder of the beauty ahead and inviting the entire home to enter Shabbos with heart, focus, and kedushah. 

Key Features 

• Large, Clean Countdown Display — A bold, easy-to-read display counts down to Shabbos,  helping homes pace their preparations smoothly. 

• Location-Based Times — Enter your city or ZIP code once, and the app will automatically count down to the correct candlelighting time each week. 

• Erev Shabbos Music (Powered by JewishMusic Stream) — Play beautiful, uplifting music,  including an “Erev Shabbos Mode,” while preparing the house for Shabbos Kodesh. 

• Pre-Shabbos Greeting — Send a warm, thoughtful message to friends and family as  Shabbos approaches.

• Tzedakah Tool — Take part in the special merit of giving tzedakah before lighting by choosing from curated options right in the app. 

• Adjustable Alerts — Select custom interval alarms to ensure you’re never caught off guard. 

• Count Down to an Earlier Time — For those who prefer to be fully ready ahead of the official zman. 

• Custom Reminders — Create personalized reminders for important Erev Shabbos tasks such as covering light switches, filling the urn, or checking coat pockets. 

Perfectly Timed 

The debut of this app comes just as Shabbos is arriving earlier each week across the frum world. With its clean layout, practical tools, and thoughtful design, the Shabbos Countdown app is poised to become a staple for families seeking a calmer, more organized Erev Shabbos. 

Click here to download the free app today