Customer loyalty

Customer loyalty is a key factor in the long-term success of any e-shop. It is the degree to which customers prefer your brand over your competitors and return to shop with you regularly. A loyal customer does not only perceive the price of the product, but also the value that the brand provides, for example through quality service, personalisation or a pleasant customer experience.

Why is customer loyalty important?

  • Increase profits: acquiring a new customer can be 5 to 7 times more expensive than retaining an existing one. Loyal customers are more likely to buy and spend more.
  • Brand promotion: loyal customers recommend the brand to their friends, thus becoming unpaid ambassadors.
  • Resistance to competition: loyal customers are less likely to switch to competitors, even if they offer lower prices.

What influences customer loyalty?

Product and service quality
Customers return if they are satisfied with the quality of the products or services offered.
‍Example: An electronics e-shop offers an extended warranty on its products as part of a loyalty program. This provides customers with a sense of security and safety.
‍Customersupport
Fast and effective communication in case of questions or problems greatly influences whether a customer will return.
‍Example: A chatbot on the e-shop website that answers customer questions immediately or support available 24/7.
‍Personalisation
Customers appreciate it when offers and communication are tailored to their preferences and needs.
‍Example: A customer who regularly buys children's clothing receives personalised offers on new collections or discounts on products they frequently buy.
‍Rewardsand Benefits
Loyaltyprograms that offer valuable rewards strengthen the relationship between the brand and the customer.
‍Example: Points for each purchase that can be redeemed for discounts or free shipping for loyalty program members.
‍Building anemotional connection with the brand
Brands that communicate their values and story create an emotional connection with customers.
‍Example: An e-shop that supports environmental initiatives or donates to charity engages customers who share similar values.

How to measure customer loyalty?

Net Promoter Score (NPS)
Measures how likely a customer is to recommend your brand to others. Asks, "How likely are you to recommend our store to friends or colleagues?"
Repeat Purchases
Track how often customers return and what percentage of sales are repeat purchases.
Average Order Value (AOV)
Loyal customers typically have a higher order value than first-time buyers.
Customer Retention Rate (CRR)
The percentage of customers that return to you after their first purchase.

Recommendations for e-shops: how to improve customer loyalty?

  • Create a loyalty program
    You implement a system that rewards customers for their purchases. Offer different levels of benefits that motivate repeat purchases.
  • Communicate your brand values
    Emphasise what sets you apart from your competitors, such as supporting local production, environmental initiatives or social responsibility.
  • Personalise offers
    Use customer behaviour data to create relevant offers and campaigns.
  • Invest in customer support
    Provide multiple channels of communication (email, phone, chat) and fast response to questions and issues.
  • Engage gamification
    Add game elements to your loyalty program that engage customers and motivate them to earn points.

Why choose the Ellity loyalty system?

Ellity offers a comprehensive loyalty system for Shoptet that combines personalization, gamification and modern technology to improve the customer experience. Our solution allows e-tailers to easily create an effective loyalty program that will increase repeat purchases and strengthen customer loyalty. Join the future of e-commerce with Ellity and gain a competitive advantage in the marketplace.

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Try Ellity for free!

If you have an e-shop on the Shoptet platform, add our Ellity loyalty program as a free add-on for 30 days.

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How many e-shops trust us?

More than 500 e-shops

Try us out first. No strings attached. Free until Ellity is published to your customers. Or contact us directly for a quote. Join the hundreds of successful e-shops already using Ellity. Explore our pricing, get inspired by our clients' stories and feel free to contact us. We look forward to working with you!