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How do I track repeat purchase behavior after discount campaigns?

I'm struggling to understand how my customers behave after receiving a discount. While I can see immediate sales from promotional campaigns, I want deeper insights into whether these discounts actually encourage repeat purchases or just attract one-time bargain hunters. I need a systematic approach to tracking customer behavior, measuring the long-term impact of my discount strategies, and understanding how different types of promotions influence customer loyalty and lifetime value.
Muhammed Tüfekyapan

Muhammed Tüfekyapan

Founder & CEO

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TL;DR - Quick Answer

Track repeat purchases by analyzing customer cohorts, measuring time between purchases, comparing post-discount purchase frequency, and calculating customer lifetime value (CLV) for customers acquired through different discount campaigns.

Complete Expert Analysis

Comprehensive Repeat Purchase Tracking Strategy

Understanding customer behavior after discount campaigns requires a multi-dimensional approach that goes beyond simple sales metrics.

Key Tracking Metrics

MetricPurposeCalculation Method
Repeat Purchase RatePercentage of customers making a second purchase(Repeat Customers / Total Customers) x 100
Purchase FrequencyAverage time between customer purchasesTotal Days Between Purchases / Number of Repeat Purchases
Customer Lifetime ValueTotal revenue generated by a customer over timeAverage Purchase Value x Purchase Frequency x Customer Lifespan

Cohort Analysis Framework

1.

Segment Customers by Acquisition Campaign

Group customers based on the specific discount campaign that first attracted them.

2.

Track Cohort Performance

Monitor purchase behavior for each segment over 3, 6, and 12-month periods.

3.

Compare Cohort Metrics

Analyze differences in repeat purchase rates across various discount strategies.

Advanced Tracking Techniques

Behavioral Segmentation

  • Classify customers by discount response
  • Identify high-value repeat buyers
  • Track price sensitivity
  • Analyze time between purchases

Key Performance Indicators

  • Repeat purchase rate
  • Time to second purchase
  • Customer lifetime value
  • Discount-induced purchase frequency

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Muhammed Tüfekyapan

Muhammed Tüfekyapan

Founder & CEO of Growth Suite

With over a decade of experience in e-commerce optimization, Muhammed founded Growth Suite to help Shopify merchants maximize their conversion rates through intelligent behavior tracking and personalized offers. His expertise in growth strategies and conversion optimization has helped thousands of online stores increase their revenue.

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