How to Use Countdown Timers in GoHighLevel Funnels
Countdown timers are a powerful way to add urgency to your funnel pages, whether you are migrating campaigns from ClickUp or building offers from scratch. In this guide, you will learn exactly how to add, customize, and reset countdown timers inside GoHighLevel funnels so you can run limited-time promotions with confidence.
This walkthrough is based on the official GoHighLevel support documentation and is designed to be easy to follow for beginners and advanced users alike.
Why Use Countdown Timers in GoHighLevel Funnels
Before you start configuring settings, it helps to understand why countdown timers matter in GoHighLevel funnels:
- Create urgency for limited-time offers and flash sales.
- Encourage users to complete checkouts quickly.
- Drive signups before a webinar or event deadline.
- Highlight expiring bonuses or special deals.
When implemented correctly, timers can significantly improve conversions across your GoHighLevel funnel steps.
Types of Countdown Timers in GoHighLevel
Inside the GoHighLevel funnel builder, you can work with two main timer modes:
- Fixed end date timers – count down to a specific date and time.
- Evergreen timers – count down for a set duration for each visitor.
Both options are managed from the same countdown element in the GoHighLevel page editor, but the configuration options differ slightly.
How to Add a Countdown Timer in a GoHighLevel Funnel
Follow these steps to add a countdown timer to any funnel page in GoHighLevel:
- Open your GoHighLevel dashboard.
From the main menu, go to Sites and select Funnels.
- Choose the funnel and step.
Select the funnel, then click the specific step (page) where you want the countdown timer to appear.
- Click Edit Page.
This opens the GoHighLevel drag-and-drop page builder for that funnel step.
- Add the countdown element.
In the left-hand elements panel, locate the Countdown element, then drag and drop it onto the page in the desired section.
- Save your changes.
Click Save in the top right corner of the builder to ensure the countdown element is stored.
Once the countdown element is on your page, you can configure its style and behavior using GoHighLevel settings.
Configuring Countdown Timer Settings in GoHighLevel
After you drop the countdown element onto a funnel page, click on it to open the settings panel. Here are the core options you can adjust in GoHighLevel:
GoHighLevel Countdown Type Settings
In the settings panel, choose the countdown type that fits your campaign:
- Fixed Date & Time
Use this when you have a clear end date, such as a launch closing at midnight on a specific day.
- Select the calendar date.
- Set the time, including the correct timezone.
- Confirm that the date/time matches your offer deadline.
- Evergreen (Duration-Based)
Ideal for ongoing funnels where each new visitor should see their own personalized countdown.
- Set days, hours, minutes, and seconds.
- Every visitor sees the same duration starting from their first visit.
GoHighLevel Countdown Appearance Options
Next, customize how the countdown looks so that it matches your funnel design:
- Layout – switch between vertical or horizontal styles depending on your section.
- Colors – adjust background, number, and label colors to match your brand.
- Fonts – choose font size and weight for visibility and clarity.
- Labels – customize or translate labels such as Days, Hours, Minutes, and Seconds.
Always preview the page in GoHighLevel to ensure the countdown is visible, readable, and mobile-friendly.
How to Control What Happens When the Countdown Ends
An important part of using countdown timers in GoHighLevel is defining the behavior after expiration. You typically have two main options in the countdown settings panel:
- Hide the timer when it ends
This is useful if you simply want to remove urgency once the offer is over without changing the rest of the page.
- Redirect the user
You can send visitors to another page, such as:
- A closed-cart page.
- A waitlist or “offer expired” page.
- A different funnel step.
Set the redirect URL or funnel step directly within the countdown settings so GoHighLevel can automate the transition when time runs out.
How to Reset or Edit Countdown Timers in GoHighLevel
If you need to change deadlines or update evergreen durations, you can easily modify an existing countdown timer in GoHighLevel:
- Open the funnel step.
Go to Sites > Funnels, select the funnel, then choose the relevant page.
- Edit the page.
Click Edit Page to open the GoHighLevel builder.
- Select the countdown element.
Click on the existing countdown to bring up its settings.
- Adjust date, time, or duration.
For fixed timers, pick a new end date and time. For evergreen timers, change the days, hours, or minutes as needed.
- Update redirect or visibility behavior.
Modify what happens after expiration if your campaign logic has changed.
- Save and test.
Click Save, then preview the funnel step to confirm that the timer behaves as expected.
Best Practices for Using GoHighLevel Countdown Timers
To maximize conversions and maintain a smooth user experience, use these best practices when adding countdown timers in GoHighLevel:
- Place timers above the fold so visitors see the urgency right away.
- Align copy with the timer; clearly state what happens when the countdown reaches zero.
- Use honest deadlines to maintain trust with your audience.
- Test across devices using the GoHighLevel preview to ensure timers look good on mobile and desktop.
- Match design to your funnel so timers feel integrated, not intrusive.
Troubleshooting GoHighLevel Countdown Timers
If your countdown timer is not displaying correctly or not counting down as expected in GoHighLevel, check the following:
- Verify that the page is saved and published.
- Confirm the timezone setting on the fixed date timer.
- Make sure your browser cache is cleared when testing changes.
- Check that redirect URLs are correct and published.
If issues persist, refer to the official documentation at this GoHighLevel countdown timer help article for more detailed, platform-specific notes.
Next Steps and Additional GoHighLevel Resources
Once your countdown timers are active and tested, you can connect them with broader funnel strategies such as email campaigns, SMS reminders, and automation inside GoHighLevel.
For additional marketing strategy support and implementation services around GoHighLevel funnels, you can visit Consultevo for consulting and optimization resources.
By following the steps in this guide, you can confidently set up, style, and manage countdown timers in your GoHighLevel funnels to drive urgency, improve conversions, and run time-bound campaigns more effectively.
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