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We’re thrilled to introduce the Countdown Timer feature in Tekmatix, a powerful tool designed to enhance your marketing efforts by creating urgency and driving immediate action. Whether it’s for a limited-time offer, product launch, or event promotion, countdown timers can boost conversions and engagement.
A countdown timer visually counts down to a specific deadline, motivating users to act before time runs out. It’s perfect for sales, launches, or limited-time offers, and can be integrated across multiple platforms like emails, websites, stores, and funnels.
Creates Urgency: Encourages immediate action by showing the time ticking down.
Boosts Conversions: Studies show timers can increase conversion rates by up to 27%.
Promotes Exclusivity: Highlights limited-time offers, making them feel special and unique.
Enhances Engagement: Keeps users on your page longer, increasing their interaction with your content.
Fixed Timer:
Counts down to a specific date and time. Ideal for events like Black Friday sales or product launches (e.g., “Black Friday Sale ends in 2 days!”).
Recurring Timer:
Resets after reaching zero, making it perfect for ongoing promotions (e.g., “Weekly class countdown”).
Dynamic Timer:
Personalized for each user based on actions like email opens (e.g., “Your special offer expires in 1 hour”).
Countdown timers are highly versatile and can be used in various scenarios:
Retail: Highlight special promotions or delivery deadlines.
Fashion: Build anticipation for new collections or events.
Travel: Show remaining time before departure.
Media: Remind subscribers about expiring subscriptions.
Events: Countdown to an event or ticket sale ends.
Non-profits: Create urgency for limited-time donation opportunities.
Transactional Emails: Build excitement for upcoming events or exclusive offers.
Active Timer Link: Directs users to the live offer or checkout page while the timer is active.
Expired Timer Link: Redirects users to a page indicating that the offer has expired.
Make sure to configure both active and expired links to ensure smooth user redirection.
Go to the “Marketing and Emails” section and select “Countdown Timers” tab on your screen.
Click on the "New” button to start creating your timer.
Select a Template. Choose a design template and click “Continue with this template.”
Choose Timer Type. Select whether you want a Fixed, Recurring, or Dynamic timer (coming soon).
Configure Timer Details
Fixed Timer: Set the end date and time.
Recurring Timer: Define the countdown duration and number of loops.
Add Links
Active Link: Insert URL for the live offer while the timer is running.
Expired Link: Insert URL for 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 for easy identification.
Click “Save” to activate your countdown timer.
Ensure the timer matches your brand’s look and feel.
Position the timer prominently, such as at the top of an email or landing page.
Set up functional links for both active and expired states.
Keep timers consistent across emails, websites, and other platforms.
Expiry Image! Use an image or message to inform users when the timer ends.
The copy code currently generates a 60-second GIF, which will be optimized before the LevelUp release.
Funnel styling options are not yet available but will be introduced in future updates.
Start using the Countdown Timer in Tekmatix today and maximize the impact of your marketing campaigns!
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