How to Add Countdown Timers in Campaign Monitor

How to Add Countdown Timers in Campaign Monitor

Adding countdown timers to your Campaign Monitor emails is straightforward. Follow these steps to create urgency and boost conversions in your campaigns.

Step 1: Create your countdown timer

First, create your countdown timer in Email Countdowns:

  1. Log in to your Email Countdowns dashboard
  2. Click "Create Countdown"
  3. Customize your timer's appearance and set the end date/time
  4. Click "Generate" to create your timer
  5. Copy the image URL provided

Step 2: Add the timer to Campaign Monitor

Now, add the countdown timer to your Campaign Monitor email:

  1. Open your Campaign Monitor campaign
  2. Click where you want to add the countdown timer
  3. Click the "Image" button in the editor
  4. Paste the image URL you copied from Email Countdowns
  5. Add alt text (e.g., "Limited time offer ends in...")
  6. Click "Insert" to add the timer to your email

Pro Tips:

  • Test your email before sending to ensure the timer displays correctly
  • Consider adding text above the timer like "Offer ends in:" to create more urgency
  • Make sure your timer's colors match your email's design
  • Set the timer to end a few hours before your actual offer ends to account for different time zones

Need Help?

If you need assistance setting up your countdown timer in Campaign Monitor, our support team is here to help. Contact us for personalized support.