How to Create and Track Promotional Offers in Squarespace

How to Create and Track Promotional Offers in Squarespace

By Michael Chen

February 2, 2025 at 03:53 AM

Sale prices and discounts attract visitors, clear stock, and boost sales. Choose between two main promotion types based on your goals:

Sale Prices:

  • Shows "Sale" badge with original price strikethrough
  • Set manually per item
  • Applies to all customers automatically
  • Best for clearing specific items and highlighting savings

Discounts:

  • Applied at checkout using promo codes
  • Offers percentage off, fixed amount off, or free shipping
  • Can target specific items or categories
  • Allows tracking of code usage
  • Ideal for timed promotions and targeted customer segments

Promote Your Sale Effectively:

  1. On Your Website:
  • Create a dedicated Sale category
  • Use promotional pop-ups
  • Add notification bars
  • Display Summary Blocks with featured items
  • Enable limited availability labels
  1. External Marketing:
  • Share on social media platforms
  • Send email newsletters to subscribers
  • Create engaging content using Marketing Kit
  • Target specific customer segments with unique codes

Track Performance:

  • Monitor traffic and sales in Analytics
  • Review discount code usage
  • Analyze conversion rates
  • Compare results across different timeframes

Planning Checklist:

  • Select items for discount
  • Set promotion duration
  • Define target audience
  • Choose marketing channels
  • Establish clear terms and conditions
  • Set specific goals

Key Considerations:

  • Ensure profitability while offering value
  • Create urgency with time-limited offers
  • Target both new and existing customers
  • Track results to improve future promotions
  • Display terms clearly at checkout and FAQ
  • Maintain consistent branding across all channels

Monitor your promotion's performance and adjust strategies based on results to maximize impact and achieve your sales goals.

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