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How do I create add-on product discounts?

As an e-commerce store owner, I'm looking to increase my average order value by strategically offering discounts on complementary or add-on products. I want to understand the most effective ways to create these promotions that encourage customers to purchase additional items without significantly cutting into my profit margins. How can I design add-on product discounts that feel genuinely valuable to customers while also boosting my overall sales and revenue?

The short answer

Create add-on product discounts in Growth Suite by setting up campaigns triggered when specific main products are in the cart, offering a percentage or fixed amount off the add-on item. This works well for consumables, accessories, or service add-ons that complement a primary purchase.

In depth

Creating Add-On Product Discounts

Add-on discounts are one of the highest-ROI discount types because they increase order value while offering the customer genuine additional value. The key is making the add-on feel like a natural extension of what they are already buying.

Campaign Configuration

  1. In Growth Suite Campaigns, create a new campaign
  2. Set trigger: Cart contains [primary product or collection]
  3. Set discount applies to: [specific add-on product]
  4. Choose discount type: percentage off (10-20% is typical) or fixed amount
  5. Write offer copy that connects the add-on to the main purchase

High-Converting Add-On Types

Add-On TypeWhy It Converts
Consumables (refills, replacements)Obvious future need, discount makes stocking up easy
Complementary accessoriesEnhances the primary product immediately
Extended service/warrantyReduces perceived risk of primary purchase

Growth Suite advantage: The add-on offer only shows when the trigger product is present, so every impression is contextually relevant. No wasted offers on visitors without the primary product.

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