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Nowadays, businesses use various strategies to draw customers to purchase their products and services.
The countdown timer is just one such tactic. We'll discuss the function of a countdown timer and how it can help you create your unique niche.
What is a Countdown Timer
A countdown timer is a type of computer program that countdowns from a date or number to show when an offer or event is over or about to begin.
While such timer were usually used on websites for landing, they've now made their way into checkout pages as well.
The primary purpose of a countdown timer is to give the impression of urgency and provide the feeling that "time is getting shorter."
Furthermore companies also utilize countdown timers to count down to the time a discount or offer will become available. This is a great way to create curiosity and keep customers returning.
Psychology: How do you make countdown timers work
Based on a study by Whichtestwon the addition of an countdown timer in the majority of cases, increases a business' revenue by as much as 9 percent.
The countdown performed a basic job, it highlighted the date for delivery the next day.
It might not sound like a huge increase to many people, but when you consider the number of visitors who visit your website, you'll see the huge difference nine percent could add to your earnings.
The benefits of using a countdown clock timer aren't just mentioned in this test. Another study explored the benefits of having a countdown timer available on websites and found that time can help increase the speed of completion of forms.
According to the test, a timer, even if not easily noticed, can improve sales. What is the secret behind the success of countdown timers , and other countdown timers that are not readily recognized? The answer, simply is psychological.
The job of a timer is straightforward to create the sensation of urgency. This is vital since urgency is linked to several well-established psychology concepts: fear of missing out and scarcity.
Many websites make use of scarcity in one way or in another way. This is one of Cialdini's six principles, and can be a great starting place for those who want to draw customers.
It's easy to do this: you just need to show that you're getting out of supplies. It may sound odd, but it is true that items that are thought to be in a limited supply are more sought-after as opposed to those readily available or in larger quantities.
Did you consider that even brands with established names are able to use the "scarcity effect" to boost sales? Amazon is the most well-known online market, seems to have mastered the art.
A timer or inventory alert could help speed up conversions. But that's not the only way to increase your conversion. Another principle which can assist you in increasing your conversion rate 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 trigger a strong sense of urgency.
They're specific and better able to attract one's interest. Vague statements such as 'limited time offer' do not always work. Customers are smart. Customers are clever. They are looking for tangible, trustworthy offers. But, this isn't the only benefit of having a timer on web pages.
It is evident that the majority of the information on a webpage is static when you examine it. The timer, however, isn't. ,Web site.
Again, the psychology rule here. The brain is wired to continuously scan the surrounding for danger and opportunity. If the scene isn't moving for long periods of time tend to be overlooked or dismissed by our brains.
A change that happens quickly attracts our attention.
