Mailchimp Countdown Timer
Drop a live countdown into any Mailchimp campaign — no plugins, no code, just copy and paste.
No signup required · Free up to 50,000 views/month
Why use Mailchimp countdown timers?
Works with Mailchimp drag-and-drop
Paste the timer URL into any Image block inside the Mailchimp editor. No custom HTML needed.
Updates live for every recipient
Unlike static images, the countdown reflects real remaining time when each subscriber opens the email.
No extra integrations
You don't need to connect your Mailchimp account. Just generate the timer URL and insert it.
Proven to increase conversions
Urgency triggers action. Email marketers report 20–30% higher CTR on campaigns with countdown timers.
How to add a countdown timer to Mailchimp
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
Does it work with Mailchimp's free plan?+
Yes. TimerForEmails works independently of your Mailchimp plan. You just paste an image URL, so there are no Mailchimp restrictions.
Will the timer show correctly in Gmail and Outlook when sent via Mailchimp?+
Yes. The timer is served as an animated GIF, which is supported by virtually all email clients including Gmail, Outlook, Apple Mail, and mobile clients.
Can I set the timer timezone to match my subscribers?+
Yes. You can set a fixed end date/time in any timezone, or use an evergreen timer that counts from the moment each subscriber opens the email.
What happens when the timer reaches zero?+
You can configure a custom "expired" image that replaces the timer, show a static message, or redirect the link to a different page.
Is there a free tier?+
Yes. The free plan allows up to 50,000 timer views per month with a small "Powered by TimerForEmails" watermark. Pro plans remove the branding.
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