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Today, companies employ many strategies to draw customers in and convince them to purchase their goods or services.
One strategy is using a "countdown timer'. In this article, we'll discuss about the function of a countdown clock and the best way to utilize it to carve a niche for yourself.
What is a Timer Countdown?
A countdown timer is a type of computer software that calculates the time from a specific date or number to show when an offer or event closes or starts.
While such large timer were commonly used on landing pages they now make their way onto checkout pages.
The main function of a countdown timer is to give the impression of urgency and give the feeling that "time is going to end."
Businesses also use countdown timers to will count down until the time when special deals or discounts will be made available. This can increase curiosity and keep customers coming back.
Psychology: The Secret to Making Countdown Timers Effective
According to Whichtestwon's study that includes a countdown clock, it can boost a company's profits by as high as 9 percent.
The countdown was straightforward and highlighted the time until the next day's delivery.
It might not sound like a significant increase to many people, but when you consider the number of people who visit your site you'll realize the huge difference nine percent could add to your earnings.
The benefits of using a countdown timer aren't just mentioned in this test. Another test studied the advantages of using a countdown timer on a website and showed that time can increase form completion time.
The test found that a timer can increase sales, even if it is not immediately noticed. What is the secret to the success of countdown timers and other countdown timers not immediately observed? Psychology may be the answer.
A timer does a simple job : create a feeling of urgency. This is very important because urgency is connected to several well-established psychological principles, including fear of missing out and the fear of being in a hurry.
Many websites make use of scarcity in one way or another. This is one of Cialdini's six principles, and can be a good starting point for marketers looking to attract buyers.
The trick is that it's about showing that you're not having enough of something. This might seem as if it's a bizarre plan to some but the fact is that things thought to be in short supply are more sought-after over items that are readily available or that are abundant.
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 marketplace appears to have developed this technique.
A warning about inventory with a timer can increase your conversion quickly. Additionally the other principle is at play: the fear of not being able to attend, more popularly known as FoMO.
What are the best ways to use timers to generate these effects? The scientific literature has demonstrated that timers can create a strong sense of urgency.
They are more precise and may draw your notice. Simple phrases like 'limited time offer' do not work every time. Customers are smart. They are looking for tangible and reliable deals. However, this isn't the only benefit to having a timer in a website.
You will see that most of the information on a page is static if you examine it. However, the timer isn't. ,More info.
Psychology is a constant force. Our brains are programmed by nature to continuously scan the surroundings for danger and opportunity. Scenes that aren't moving for long periods of time are often dismissed or ignored by our brains.
Something that continues to change rapidly gains our focus.
