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Today, companies employ many strategies to draw in customers and convince them to purchase their goods or services.
One such tactic is using a "countdown timer'. In this article, we'll speak about the functions of a countdown timer, and how you can use it to create your own niche.
What is a countdown timer?
A countdown timer is described as a digital clock that countdowns from a certain date or number to signal the conclusion or the beginning of an offer or an event.
While these online timer were usually utilized on landing pages, they've recently made their way into checkout pages, as well.
The main function of a countdown timer is to create a sense of urgency and give the feeling that "time is running out."
Additionally business can also make use of countdown timers to count down to the time a discount or special offer becomes available. This can spark curiosity and keep people returning.
Psychology: The Secret to Making Countdown Timers Effective
According to Whichtestwon's study, adding a countdown clock can boost a company's profits by as high as 9 percent.
The countdown was simple and highlighted the date until the next day's delivery.
It might not sound like a huge gain to everyone, but when you consider the number of people who visit your website, you'll realize the huge difference nine percent could bring to your profits.
It's not the only test that has highlighted the benefits of using a countdown timer. Another test studied the advantages of using a timer for a website and showed that time can increase form completion time.
According to the test, a timer, even if not easily noticed, can improve sales. So, what's the secret to the success of countdown timers? The answer is simple is psychological.
A timer performs a basic task - it creates a sense of urgency. This is crucial since urgency is linked to several well-established psychology principles: fear of being left out, and scarcity.
Many websites make use of scarcity in one way or in another way. It's among Cialdini's six principles and can be a great starting point for marketers looking to engage customers.
The trick is that it's about showing that you're running out of things. It may seem like a strange plan to some, but the fact is that things believed to be in short supply are more sought-after than those that are readily available or that are abundant.
Did you know that established brands use the'scarcity effect' to increase sales? Amazon, the world's most well-known online marketplace, appears to have mastered this art.
An inventory warning with a timer can increase your conversion rate quickly. Additionally, there's another principle that comes into play - the fear of missing out which is more commonly known as FoMO.
How can timers be used to create these effects? Science has shown that timers can create a strong sense of urgency.
They're more specific and are better able to attract one's attention. Vague statements such as 'limited time offer' do not work every time. Customers are smart. They seek out concrete and reliable offers. However, they don't simply search for concrete or legitimate offers.
If you look around on a page, you will discover that the majority of content is static. The timerhowever isn't. ,Learn more.
Psychology is a constant force. Our brains are equipped to constantly scan the environment for danger and opportunity. If the scene isn't moving for long periods of time tend to be ignored or dismissed by the brain.
Anything that is changing quickly attracts our focus.
