Day Counter
Monday, February 23, 2026
Quick References
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Using the Day Counter
Common Uses
Counting Down
- Days until a wedding
- Days until vacation
- Days until graduation
- Days until retirement
Counting Up
- Days since you quit smoking
- Days since a relationship started
- Days since an achievement
- Days of streak/habit tracking
Business Applications
- Track project deadlines and milestones
- Calculate contract durations
- Monitor warranty expiration
- Plan marketing campaign timelines
Tip: Including Today
When counting days, consider whether to include the current day. For example, if today is Monday and an event is Wednesday, it could be "2 days away" (not counting today) or "3 days total" (counting today).
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I count days until a specific date?
Simply enter your target date in the calculator above. It will instantly show you the number of days from today until that date, along with weeks and months. Perfect for counting down to vacations, weddings, or other important events.
Should I include today when counting days?
It depends on your purpose. For 'days until' an event, you typically don't count today (e.g., if an event is tomorrow, that's 1 day away). For tracking streaks or anniversaries, you usually include the start day. Our calculator gives you the option to choose.
How can I track days since a past event?
Enter the past date you want to count from, and the calculator will show how many days have passed since then. This is useful for tracking sobriety, relationship anniversaries, or time since major life events.
What's the easiest way to count business days?
Use our Days Between Dates calculator which has a business days option. Business days exclude weekends (Saturday and Sunday) and are commonly used for project deadlines, shipping estimates, and legal timeframes.