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Nowadays, companies employ different strategies to entice and attract customers to buy their products and services.
The countdown timer is one method to use. In this article, we'll discuss about the function of a countdown clock and the best way to use it to create your own niche.
What is a countdown timer?
A countdown timer is a type of computer program that countdowns from a date or a number to show when an event or offer is over or about to begin.
Although such fullscreen timer, were most often used on landing pages, they have now made their way into checkout pages.
The purpose of a countdown timer is to convey a sense of urgency, and to give the impression that "time is running out."
Businesses can also make use of countdown timers that count down to the moment when special deals or discounts will be made available. This can create curiosity and keep customers returning.
Psychology: How can you use countdown timers to your advantage?
According to a study conducted by Whichtestwon The addition of an countdown timer on the average, increased a business' revenue by up to 9 percent.
The countdown performed a basic job of highlighting the time left for next-day delivery.
Although it might not sound like much but nine percent of your customers can make a huge difference to your profit.
This isn't the only test to have highlighted the benefits of using a countdown timer. Another test examined the advantages of using a timer on websites and found that time counter could improve the speed of completion of forms.
Based on the study that a timer, when it isn't easily seen, can improve sales. What's the key to the success of countdown timers and other countdown timers that are not immediately recognized? Psychology is the answer.
The purpose of a timer easy to create urgency. This is crucial because urgency is connected to a variety of established psychological principles, including fear of missing out and the feeling of scarcity.
A large number of websites use scarcity in one form or another. This is one of Cialdini's six principles and can be a good starting point for those who want to draw customers.
The trick is simple - you have to show you're not having enough of something. This might seem strange however it's the truth that items that are thought to be in a limited availability are more sought-after than those that are easily available or in greater quantity.
Did you know that even well-established brands utilize the 'scarcity effect' to increase sales? Amazon, the most popular online marketplace in the world appears to have mastered this art.
A timer and inventory warning could help speed up conversions. That's not all. Another factor that can help you increase your conversion speed is the fear of missing out. Also known as FoMO.
So, how are timers employed to produce these effects? The scientific literature has demonstrated that timers can trigger an intense sense of urgency.
They are more specific and can be drawn to your notice. Vague statements like 'limited-time offer' aren't always effective. Customers are smart. They look for concrete and reliable deals. But, they don't only search for concrete and legitimate offers.
If you look around on any page, you'll see that the majority of content is static. But, the timer doesn't work. ,View source.
Once again, psychology rules here. Our brains are programmed by nature to constantly scan the environment for danger and opportunity. If the scene isn't moving for long durations are often dismissed or ignored by the brain.
A change that happens rapidly gains our focus.
