Ovulation & Due Date Calculator

Get quick, accurate estimates for your fertile days and due date — simple, mobile-friendly, and easy to use. For information only · Not medical advice.

Your information stays PRIVATE. No personal information is stored or shared — every calculation happens right on your device.
How it works

Ovulation date is estimated as cycle length − 14 days after your last period. Due date uses Naegele’s rule: LMP + 280 days (or Conception + 266 days).

Ovulation & Fertile Window

Pick the first day of your most recent period.
Choose your average cycle length (20–40 days). 28 is typical.

Due Date (EDD)

Use LMP if you’re not sure of the conception date.
Enter the date based on the selected method.

What is ovulation?

Ovulation is when an ovary releases a mature egg. It usually happens once per menstrual cycle, about 14 days before your next period (not always day 14 of the cycle). The egg can be fertilized for roughly 12–24 hours. Because sperm can live in the reproductive tract for up to five days, the most fertile time spans the few days before ovulation and the day of ovulation.

How due dates are calculated medically

By Last Menstrual Period (LMP)

The most common method is Naegele’s rule: add 280 days (40 weeks) to the first day of your last menstrual period. This assumes a regular 28-day cycle with ovulation around day 14.

By Conception Date

If you know the likely conception date (e.g., IVF or IUI), add 266 days (38 weeks). This roughly aligns with LMP + 280 days because conception typically occurs ~14 days after LMP in a 28-day cycle.

By Ultrasound (Crown–Rump Length)

An early ultrasound (often 7–12 weeks) measures the embryo’s crown–rump length to estimate gestational age. If ultrasound differs from your LMP estimate, clinicians often rely on the ultrasound because it can be more precise early in pregnancy.

Limitations of online calculators

Signs of ovulation

When to see a doctor

See a healthcare professional if:

This site is for education only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the ovulation calculator work?

We estimate your fertile window using your cycle length and the date of your last period. Ovulation typically happens about 14 days before your next period. By counting backward from your average cycle length, we estimate ovulation and your most fertile days.

  • Ovulation ≈ cycle length − 14 days
  • Fertile window: 5 days before ovulation + ovulation day
  • Results are estimates; bodies vary
What if I have an irregular cycle?

Irregular cycles reduce calculator accuracy. To improve targeting:

  • Track a few months to find your personal average
  • Watch for cervical mucus changes
  • Use basal body temperature (BBT)
  • Try ovulation predictor kits (OPKs)
Can I get pregnant outside my fertile window?

It’s possible but less likely.

  • Sperm can survive up to 5 days
  • The egg survives ~24 hours
  • Most conceptions occur in the 6-day fertile window
How accurate are ovulation calculators?

They’re based on averages and can shift due to:

  • Stress, illness, or travel
  • Sleep and lifestyle changes
  • Natural cycle variability

For more precision, pair with OPKs and BBT tracking.

What’s the difference between an ovulation calculator and an ovulation test?
  • Calculator: predicts fertile days from your dates
  • OPK: detects the pre-ovulation hormone surge in urine
  • Many people use both for better timing
Can this help me avoid pregnancy?

No. An ovulation calculator is not birth control.

  • Fertility awareness needs consistent, detailed tracking
  • Less effective than medical contraception
Does stress affect ovulation?

Yes—stress can delay ovulation or lead to a skipped cycle, shifting fertile days.

When should I take a pregnancy test?

Most tests are most accurate from the first day of your missed period. Testing earlier can lead to false negatives.