Sequences

Time Delay Between Emails

Set the perfect cadence for your sequences. OutSends lets you configure delays between emails in hours, days, or weeks for natural and effective follow-up timing.

Time Delay Email Timing Sequence Cadence

How it works

Get started with time delay between emails in a few simple steps.

Build sequence

Create the emails you want in your sequence.

Select step

Choose the follow-up step where you want to set a delay.

Configure delay

Set the delay in hours, days, or weeks before this step sends.

Preview timeline

Review the complete timeline of your sequence before launching.

Why OutSends for time delay between emails

Everything you need, integrated in one workspace.

  • Perfectly timed follow-ups that feel natural, not automated
  • Flexible delay options from hours to weeks
  • Different delays per step for varied cadence
  • Business day awareness to avoid weekend sends

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Explore more capabilities that work alongside time delay between emails.

Frequently asked questions

What delay intervals are available?

Delays can be set in hours (1-72), days (1-90), or weeks (1-12). Custom dates are also supported.

Can I use business days instead of calendar days?

Yes, you can configure delays to count only business days, skipping weekends and holidays.

Does the delay start from the previous email sent or the sequence start?

Delays start from the moment the previous email in the sequence was sent to that recipient.

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