Countdown element for engagement
The Countdown element is designed to boost engagement by adding a time-sensitive component to your campaigns. It's highly customizable and ideal for promotions, limited-time offers, or event-based activities.
Key Features
Customizable Timers: Set your own start and end times to match your campaign goals.
Design Options: Style the countdown to align with your branding.
Automatic Actions: Trigger specific behaviors when the countdown reaches zero.
How to Use the Countdown Element
1. Add the Countdown Element
Open your campaign in the drag-and-drop builder. Select the Countdown element and drag it into the desired location.
2. Set Timer Details
Click on the countdown element to open the settings panel. Configure the following:
Start and End Time: Set the exact start and end times.
Time Zone: Ensure the countdown aligns with the appropriate time zone for your audience.
3. Customize Appearance
Adjust the design to reflect your campaign’s style:
Font and Colors: Match your brand’s typography and color palette.
Layout: Adjust size and placement for a clean, cohesive look.
4. Set End-Action Behavior
Define what happens when the timer reaches zero:
Display a Message: Show a custom message to users.
Redirect to Another Page: Automatically send users to a specific URL.
Trigger an Event: Activate elements or functions, such as hiding or revealing content.
Best Practices
Create Urgency: Use the countdown to emphasize limited-time offers or promotions.
Keep It Visible: Position the countdown prominently in your layout to attract attention.
Test Settings: Ensure the timer functions correctly and matches your campaign’s timing objectives.
Additional Settings
Clock Format: Choose between 12-hour or 24-hour display to match your region.
Countdown Type:
Use a fixed end date/time, or
Set a manual countdown with a custom duration.
Label Customization:
Rename the labels for days, hours, minutes, and seconds.
Toggle individual units on/off (e.g., hide "seconds" if not needed).
Countdown Visibility Options
Hide Expired Units:
Automatically hide units that have reached zero.
Example:
Instead of showing
0 days 17 hours 13 minutes 30 secondsIt will show
17 hours 13 minutes 30 seconds
Hide Entire Countdown at Zero:
Automatically remove the countdown from view when the timer completes.
Troubleshooting Tips
Incorrect Timing: Double-check start/end times and time zone settings.
Countdown Not Displaying: Confirm the element is placed correctly and not hidden.
Styling Issues: Use preview mode to verify visual alignment with your layout.