Paid Search

Online advertising that is triggered when users perform searches using keywords that a company has purchased. Ads look like organic search results, but they appear more prominently on a search engine results page (SERP) than they would have organically. They are also labeled as “ad” or with another word indicating “paid.” You’ll often see paid search in crowded categories such as airline flights, hotels, and laptops. The pricing model is usually pay-per-click (PPC).

What are abandoned cart emails?

If you’ve ever left an online purchase behind, you may have received abandoned cart emails, which often come in stages. The 1st is usually a gentle reminder to complete your purchase. The 2nd might give you a deadline—“Your order is about to expire!”—and the 3rd usually includes a coupon or discount to bring you back.

How to write abandoned cart emails that convert

Clever copy and vivid imagery can engage your customers, but capturing their attention won’t matter unless you make it easy for them to buy the products they want. That’s why it’s crucial to communicate as clearly as possible.

Timing your abandoned cart email

In general, sooner is better. An email sent shortly after the cart is abandoned can generate more revenue than the same email sent 24 hours later, so try to send the 1st email within 1 to 2 hours of the customer leaving your site.