Imminent Support
Countdowns for what matters
Common questions
How do I add a countdown from a text message?
Copy the message, then in Imminent tap + → New Countdown → Paste. You can also select text in most apps and tap Share → Imminent.
What can I say to Siri?
"Add an event to Imminent" — Siri asks what it is and when, like "Mom's birthday May 10" or "Concert Friday at 8pm". To hear what's next: "What's next in Imminent". For short timers like 20 minutes, use the built-in Clock timer.
How do I add the widget?
Touch and hold the Home Screen, tap Edit → Add Widget, and choose Imminent. For the Lock Screen, touch and hold the Lock Screen and tap Customize.
Why doesn't a countdown show on my watch or widget?
Countdowns marked Private are kept off widgets, the watch, and Siri on purpose. Turn off Private in the countdown to show it everywhere. For the watch, open Imminent on your iPhone once so it can sync.
How do private countdowns unlock?
Tap a locked card or the lock at the top of the list and use Face ID or your passcode. They lock again whenever you leave the app.
An imported calendar event moved — will my countdown update?
Yes. Countdowns imported from a one-time calendar event follow it automatically. Use Edit in Calendar in the countdown to change the date.
The Live Activity didn't appear.
Live Activities appear for timed countdowns in their final 8 hours. Check that they're allowed in Settings → Imminent → Live Activities, and that the countdown's Live Activity switch is on.
Privacy
Imminent collects no data — see the Privacy Policy.