Coupon Codes

[Former_Member]

Do you post your coupon codes in your announcement? Or just on social media? I haven't ever posted it in my announcements because in my mind I didn't want people to use them if they would have bought at full price anyway. But on the same hand if I have a promo code, I typically buy more than I had planned. What has worked best for you?

[Former_Member]

I belive I can sell at regular price. I only offer cupon code for returned customers and those get it automatically after the purchase therefore no, I don't put cupon code anywhere for anyone to see.

[DreamyPatternsShop]

I just started my first sale/discount period and I did put it in my shop announcement. As for a "thank-you-coupon", I only send them to customers who've bought from me.

I have to admit, I've gotten more orders and I believe it's because of the sale, which were also posted on EOS (Etsy On Sale.com) If you haven't used it before and like to give it a try, use my referral code to get additional free credits the first time you log in! Referal Code: GYGJ7U076S

Good luck and happy sales!

[AuraRosesTreasures]

I don't like the ratty look of etsy on sale.
If they change the look, I might be interested in dealing with them.
Right now, it looks like yet another thing I don't have time for that will cost me more money.
Just a practical comment, I remain openminded and willing to hear more.

I have only had one person use a coupon code.
I believe she would have bought the item for full price anyway.

Still, I continue to provide coupon codes with purchase and through my Facebook page.

[Former_Member]

I definitely put it in my shop announcement. I know that if I happen upon a shop and am looking for a gift I will consider that shop more if they have a coupon code in their shop announcement. It's not 100% sure that I'll choose it, but I'd more lean towards it. So I do the same hoping other customers are similar!

[Former_Member]

I had a coupon code in my announcement and profile section for the month of June and promoted it every so often - but nothing :(

I now have a new one in my announcement section with no expiry so it'll stay there until I decide to create another one or decide to inactivate it. It offers free domestic shipping on a $40 min purchase.

I do also have a "thankyou" code that gets sent after a purchase ..

I guess it all depends on what you offer in your shop and what ppl are looking for .. Summer also tends to be slower !

[Former_Member]

At this point, I only have a coupon code for returning customers, and this is sent to them once they purchase a design for me, so I don't put it anywhere else.

I'm considering a storewide sale since my shop is turning two soon, and if I do, I'll put the coupon code in the announcement.

[Former_Member]

Thank you all for sharing your input. I know summer is slower, but I'm just trying to draw a few more people in. Hoping after the holiday weekend it will pick up at least a little bit more.

[Former_Member]

Thank you all for sharing your input. I know summer is slower, but I'm just trying to draw a few more people in. Hoping after the holiday weekend it will pick up at least a little bit more.

[bapsicrafts]

Happy birthday in advance for your shop, Alicia! my shop's second birthday just passed recently. :]

I try to include the info for the sale whenever possible. I don't hold sales very often because i feel too-frequent ones will give the perception of a lower value of my work. Knitting is a very time-intensive craft, so it's hard enough as it is for some to understand why my work is priced as it is in the first place!


I hope your sales pick up more soon! Often there is a lull in sales during the summer because people are often out on holiday and *gasp!* sometimes even away from their phones! ;]

[Former_Member]

Please do not share social medial links, Treasuries, new item listings, calls for entries or submissions in the Etsy Success Forum (this includes promo via sharing coupon codes) unless you are sharing or asking for small business advice. Thank you!