Evergreen Countdown Timer for Email
Give every subscriber a personal countdown — evergreen timers that start when they open.
No signup required · Free up to 50,000 views/month
Why use email countdown timers?
Starts fresh for every opener
In evergreen mode, the timer begins counting from the moment each subscriber opens the email.
Perfect for automated sequences
Drip campaigns, welcome sequences, and nurture flows benefit from evergreen urgency.
No fixed deadline needed
You don't need a specific end date. Just set how long the offer lasts (e.g., 48 hours from open).
Works with any ESP automation
Whether you use ConvertKit, ActiveCampaign, or Klaviyo flows, evergreen timers integrate seamlessly.
How to add a countdown timer to your email
Create your timer
Go to TimerForEmails.com and set your end date, time zone, and visual style. No signup required to start.
Copy the image URL
Once you configure your timer, you get a unique image URL that generates an animated GIF countdown in real time.
Paste it in your email
Insert the image URL into your email editor just like any other image. Works in any ESP — no code or plugins needed.
Send and track
Hit send. The timer updates live for every recipient, and you can track views and clicks in your dashboard.
Frequently asked questions
What is an evergreen countdown timer?+
An evergreen timer starts counting from the moment each individual subscriber opens the email, rather than counting toward a fixed global deadline.
When should I use evergreen vs fixed deadline?+
Use evergreen for automated sequences (welcome, onboarding, nurture). Use fixed deadlines for real events and sales that end at a specific date.
Is evergreen mode ethical?+
Yes, when the offer genuinely expires per subscriber (e.g., a 48-hour discount link). Avoid using evergreen timers to fake urgency for offers that don't expire.
What happens if the subscriber opens the email again after the timer expired?+
In evergreen mode, you can choose to reset or show the expired state on re-opens. Fixed deadline always shows the real remaining time.
Can I set evergreen timers to last any duration?+
Yes. Set hours, days, or any duration. The countdown starts from the subscriber's first open.
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