How to Create a Recurring Countdown Timer

A recurring timer is a useful tool for managing and promoting events, sales, or activities that happen regularly. Unlike a fixed timer, which counts down to a single event, a recurring timer resets after each cycle, providing ongoing reminders about repeating events or deadlines.

Where Can You Use a Recurring Timer?

1. Weekly Sales or Promotions

Use a recurring timer to highlight weekly sales or special offers that occur on a regular basis. Display the timer on your website, and in emails, to remind customers of the recurring opportunity to save.

1. Monthly Subscriptions or Renewals

For subscription-based services or membership renewals, a recurring timer can remind users of their upcoming renewal date each month. Include it in your subscription management emails or on the user dashboard.

1. Regular Webinars or Classes

If you host webinars or classes on a regular schedule (e.g., every Tuesday), a recurring timer can show the time remaining until the next session. Embed the timer on your event registration page or in promotional emails.

1. Daily Deals or Flash Offers

For daily deals or limited-time flash offers that repeat every day or week, a recurring timer can create a sense of urgency and remind customers of the next opportunity to take advantage of the deal.

How to Create a Recurring Timers

1. Go to the Marketing > Countdown Timers

1. Click on New: Click the "New" button to start creating your timer.

1. Select a Template: Click on one of the design template, then click "Continue with this template."

1. Choose Timer Type: Select the type of timer you want: Fixed or Recurring. (Dynamic countdown timers are coming soon).

1. Configure Timer Details:

• Set the start date and time in the "Timer start date" field.

• Set the number of times you want this countdown timer to loop in the "Loop Events" field. This is how many timers the timer will automatically restart.

• Set how long you want the countdown to last in the "Countdown Duration" field. \[ Example: If you want the countdown to restart after 2 days, then you would enter "2" in the "Days" field. \]
• Wait Time (Coming Soon)

• Time Zone: Select the time zone you want the timer to use.

• Add Links:
  • Active Link: Specify the URL users will be directed to while the timer is active.
  • Expired Link: Specify the URL users will land on after the timer expires.

• Customize Styling: Adjust the timer’s appearance, including colors, fonts, expiry image, and time display format.

• Rename Timer: Give your timer a descriptive name by clicking on "Untitled countdown timer" at the top, and typing in your new name for the timer.

• Save: Click "Save" to finalize your changes and activate your countdown timer.