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Flip Clock for Notion: Add a Live Flip Clock Widget to Your Workspace

May 3, 2026

The best flip clock for Notion is the Blocs Clock & Timer widget, which includes a flip clock display mode you embed directly into any Notion page as an iframe. No installs, no third-party apps, and no leaving your workspace. It works on Notion's free and paid plans. The flip clock style is part of Blocs Pro ($17 one-time).

Key Takeaways

  • Blocs offers a flip clock widget that embeds directly inside Notion as an iframe.
  • The flip clock display mode is available with Blocs Pro, a one-time $17 payment — not a subscription.
  • Free users get a standard digital clock display with no sign-up required.
  • Setup takes under two minutes: copy the embed URL, paste it into a Notion /embed block.
  • Works on all Notion plans including the free tier.

What Is a Flip Clock for Notion?

A flip clock for Notion is an embeddable widget that displays a live, animated flip-style clock inside a Notion page. It mimics the classic mechanical flip board aesthetic — digits flipping down as seconds, minutes, and hours change — without requiring any browser extension or separate app.

Most Notion users who want a flip clock end up with one of two frustrating workarounds: a static image that never updates, or a separate desktop clock app they have to alt-tab to constantly. Neither keeps your time awareness inside your workspace. An embedded flip clock solves this by living right on whatever Notion dashboard, planner, or workspace you already use every day.

How to Add a Flip Clock to Notion

Step 1: Get the Blocs clock embed URL

Go to blocs.me/clock-widget. The embed URL for the clock widget is https://blocs.me/clock. If you're on Pro, you can customize the display mode (flip clock, analog, digital) and theme before copying the URL.

Step 2: Open your Notion page

Navigate to the Notion page where you want the flip clock to appear. This can be a dashboard, daily planner, study page, or project overview — anywhere you want ambient time awareness.

Step 3: Create an embed block

Type /embed in Notion and select the Embed block option. Paste the Blocs clock URL into the embed field and press Enter.

Step 4: Resize to fit

Drag the embed block to your preferred size. The flip clock scales cleanly. For a compact look, a width of around 400–500px works well. You can place it in a column alongside other Notion content.

Free vs. Pro: What's Included?

FeatureFreePro ($17 one-time)
Digital clock displayYesYes
Flip clock display modeNoYes
Analog clock display modeNoYes
Theme customizationNoYes
No Blocs brandingNoYes
Cloud sync across devicesNoYes
Sign-up requiredNoYes

The free tier gives you a working clock embed right away. Upgrading to Blocs Pro unlocks the flip clock animation, analog mode, and full theme customization. At $17 one-time (not a recurring subscription), it's a straightforward upgrade if the aesthetic matters to you.

Why Use a Flip Clock Instead of a Regular Digital Clock?

Functional reasons aside, the flip clock display is popular in Notion workspaces for a few practical reasons:

  • Ambient time awareness without distraction. A flip clock registers time at a glance without pulling your focus the way a phone notification does.
  • Aesthetic cohesion. Many Notion power users design their dashboards carefully. A flip clock fits a minimal, retro-modern aesthetic better than a plain system clock.
  • Stays inside Notion. You don't need a second monitor or a separate app open. The clock lives on your workspace page, always visible when you're working.
  • Works passively. Unlike a Pomodoro timer (which requires active interaction), a flip clock just runs. It's zero-maintenance.

Other Blocs Widgets That Pair Well With a Flip Clock

If you're building out a Notion dashboard, the flip clock works well alongside other Blocs widgets:

  • Pomodoro Timer — for active focus sessions with work/break intervals. Free.
  • Countdown Timer — set a deadline countdown for projects or events. Pro.
  • Weather Widget — shows live weather for your location. Pro.
  • Habit Tracker — track daily habits alongside your clock. Free (basic).

You can read more about the full clock widget feature set in the Blocs notion clock widget guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the flip clock work on Notion's free plan?

Yes. Notion's embed blocks work on all plans including the free tier. The Blocs clock widget embeds as an iframe, so it works regardless of which Notion plan you're on. The flip clock display mode itself requires Blocs Pro.

Do I need to create a Blocs account to use the clock widget?

No account is needed for the free digital clock. To use flip clock mode and other Pro features, you'll need to sign up and upgrade to Blocs Pro.

Will the flip clock keep running if I close and reopen Notion?

Yes. The clock always shows the current time — it's not session-based. Every time you open the Notion page, the clock loads and displays the live time.

Can I put the flip clock in a Notion column next to other content?

Yes. Notion's column layout works with embed blocks. Drag the embed into a column and resize it to fit. Most users place the clock in a narrow column at the top of their dashboard.

Is the $17 for Blocs a subscription?

No. It's a one-time payment for lifetime access to all Pro features across all Blocs widgets. There's no monthly or annual renewal.

What other clock styles does Blocs support?

Blocs Pro includes flip clock, analog, and digital display modes. You can switch between them and customize the theme (colors, background) to match your Notion page design.


Ready to try it? The free digital clock requires no sign-up — just copy the embed URL and paste it into a Notion embed block. For the flip clock mode, explore Blocs Pro or start with the clock widget page to see all available options.