Free Email Countdown Timer
Create a live countdown timer for your emails — completely free, no signup required.
No signup required · Free up to 50,000 views/month
Why use email countdown timers?
Free up to 50,000 views
The free plan includes 50,000 timer views per month — enough for most small to mid-size email lists.
No account required to start
Create and copy your timer URL in 30 seconds without signing up. Create an account later to save timers and view analytics.
Works in every email client
Gmail, Outlook, Apple Mail, Yahoo, and all mobile clients support GIF images.
Unlimited customization
Even the free tier lets you customize colors, fonts, and timer units.
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
Is there a truly free plan?+
Yes. The free plan includes 50,000 timer views/month with a small branded watermark. No credit card required.
What's included in the free plan vs Pro?+
Free: up to 50k views, TimerForEmails branding. Pro: remove branding, unlimited views, advanced analytics, custom domains.
Do I need to sign up to create a timer?+
No. You can create a timer and get the URL without an account. Sign up later to save and manage your timers.
Are there hidden costs?+
No. The free tier is genuinely free. You only pay if you want to upgrade to Pro.
What happens if I exceed 50,000 views on the free plan?+
Views beyond the free limit will show a static fallback image. Upgrade to Pro for unlimited views.
Ready to add a countdown timer to your emails?
Create your first timer in 30 seconds — no account required.
Create Free TimerFree plan · No credit card · 50,000 views/month