Adding a Countdown Timer in Campaign Monitor
Step-by-step guide to embedding an animated countdown timer in Campaign Monitor email campaigns.
Create your timer in GifyLabs
Sign in to GifyLabs and create a countdown timer with your desired target date and style.
Copy the embed code
Copy the <img> embed code from your GifyLabs dashboard.
Open Campaign Monitor's email builder
In Campaign Monitor, open your email campaign in the drag-and-drop builder.
Add a Single Column section
Add a new section to your email where you want the timer. Use a Single Column layout for best results.
Insert an Image block or HTML
Option A: Use the Image block and paste the timer URL into "External URL." Option B: Switch to HTML mode and paste the full embed code.
Test your email
Send a test email to verify the animated countdown timer displays correctly across email clients.
Tips
Campaign Monitor supports animated GIFs natively in their email builder.
Use the Image block with an external URL for the simplest setup.
Set the image width to 100% in Campaign Monitor to make the timer responsive.
Frequently Asked Questions
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