How to Add a Countdown Timer to an Email
A simple, step-by-step guide to adding a live countdown timer to any marketing email.
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Why use email countdown timers?
No coding required
You don't need to write HTML, CSS, or JavaScript. The timer is just an image URL.
Works in every email platform
Mailchimp, Klaviyo, HubSpot, ActiveCampaign, Brevo — every major ESP supports image URLs.
Takes under 2 minutes
From landing on this page to having a live timer in your email draft.
Free to get started
No credit card. No account required for your first timer.
How to add a countdown timer to your email
Choose your timer settings
Set the end date/time, timezone, display style, and colors. Preview updates live as you configure.
Copy the image URL
Click "Copy URL". You now have a unique link that generates a live GIF of your countdown.
Open your email editor
Go to your email platform (Mailchimp, Klaviyo, etc.) and open the email you want to edit.
Add an Image block and paste the URL
Drag an Image block into your email design. Set the image source to the URL you copied. Save and send.
Frequently asked questions
Can I add a countdown timer to any email platform?+
Yes. Any email platform that supports image embedding — which is all of them — supports countdown timers via image URL.
Do I need to know HTML?+
No. In drag-and-drop editors, you paste the URL into an Image block. For HTML editors, it's just a standard <img> tag.
Will the timer look good on mobile?+
Yes. You can set the timer width and it scales responsively on mobile devices.
Can I add a click link to the timer?+
Yes. In your email editor, wrap the image in a link. When subscribers click the timer, they'll be directed to your target URL.
What if I make a mistake in the timer settings?+
You can create a new timer at any time. If you've already sent the email, create a new timer and update any future sends with the new URL.
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