In Preview Mode, we can see how the width of the timer adjusts to fit a smaller screen. Just like that, our timer is active in the email. In Sendtric, copy only the link that’s in the middle of the code. Back in the BEE editor, we added a new image block in the email and we’re going to paste the code for our timer in the URL box for the image. Then, we’ll update the colors - here, all we need is a beige background and black numbers, and we’re going to plug in the HTML color code from the background of the email (#f3f3f3) for an exact match.Īfter we press the Generate button, Sendtric gives us the HTML code and the timer is ready to use! Step 3: Add the timer to your email Sendtric allows you to set the date up to a month out. Over at, creating our timer is pretty straightforward.įirst, we’ll enter our end date. Step 2: Make the countdown timer with Sendtric Let’s make the timer and see how it looks in our header. We’re in good shape so far! This is our progress: We’re also going to create an additional image block underneath to add the first part of the email. In BEE, we opened up a basic template and now it’s time to start customizing the email design. We’re going to recreate a countdown timer email that The Company Store recently sent its subscribers to announce the last chance for holiday shipping: Let’s get started making our countdown email! Step 1: Design the email in BEE Sendtric creates the countdown as an animated GIF so it will render in email. Second, we’re going to use a tool called Sendtric that can create and generate the HTML for a countdown timer.If you’re not already using BEE, sign up for a free two-week trial of BEE Pro to gain access to additional templates and design features. Today, we’re going to use two tools to build our email with a dynamic countdown timer: Our tools for this workshop will be the BEE editor, along with a simple, free-to-use online tool that will generate the HTML for our countdown email timer. In today’s workshop, we’ll be showing you how easy it is to add a countdown timer in your email messages. Brands are integrating these timers to encourage subscribers to snag a last-minute deal, register for a workshop, watch an event, and more. Countdown timers are dynamic, attention-grabbing, and fun to use. More and more brands are using countdown timers in their email design. Using a countdown timer in email? Go Pro!.Additional tools for creating countdown timers.Step 2: Make the countdown timer with Sendtric.
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