How to Add Countdown Timers in ConvertKit

How to add countdown timers in ConvertKit

Adding countdown timers to your ConvertKit emails is simple. 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 ConvertKit

Now, add the countdown timer to your ConvertKit email:

  1. Open your email in ConvertKit
  2. Click the "HTML" button in the editor
  3. Paste the countdown timer code where you want it to appear
  4. Click "Save" to return to the visual editor
  5. Test the email to ensure the timer displays correctly

Pro Tips

  • Test your countdown timer in different email clients before sending
  • Consider time zones when setting your countdown end time
  • Use countdown timers strategically to create urgency without overwhelming your subscribers
  • Monitor the performance of your countdown emails to optimize timing and placement

Need Help?

If you need assistance with adding countdown timers to your ConvertKit emails, our support team is here to help. Contact us at [email protected]