Promotions are finally here, and we can’t wait for you to start using them! Promotions are becoming an important way to engage your customers and get them to use your store. Research has shown that online searches for Discount Codes have increased by 100% year-on-year, according to Google. So, now more than ever, it’s vital for your business to attract new and existing customers to get back online shopping on your webstore.
Why should I use Online Store Promotions?
Utilising Promotions is a great way to boost your sales and promote your business. They are becoming an increasingly popular tactic for small business to promote themselves online. Here are some of the key benefits of using the Promotions feature on Phorest:
- Boost Revenue – having a slow sales month? Or maybe you want to capitalise on your busy season? Whatever the reason may be, Discount Codes are a great way to promote your business.
- Integration with the Marketing Suite – You can send quick campaigns to customers including a discount code and a direct link to your store.
- Influencer and Social Media marketing – The growing power of social media and influencer marketing make Discount Codes a great way to engage with a new audience!
How do I create Online Store Promotions?
Go to Manager > Online Store > Promotions > Add.
Give the promotion a Name, make up the Code you’d like to use, and then enter a Discount Amount. It is not possible to create a 100% discount amount.
The Name of the promotion will be displayed in the Order Summary area when making a purchase in your Online Store.
You can read the complete guide to setting up discount codes here.