How to Give Out E-Commerce Coupons

Learn how you can use Gleam to give out coupon codes that will drive sales and other powerful actions.

How To Boost Sales With Coupon Campaigns in Gleam

• Reward customers instantly with discount codes via Rewards
• Show popups or banners with targeted Captures
• Distribute exclusive coupons to giveaway entrants using Competitions
• Reduce cart abandonment and drive repeat sales through incentives
• Personalise offers based on timing, behaviour, or referral source

If you run an e-commerce business, you know how challenging it can be to attract new customers, retain existing ones, and drive consistent sales.

One of the most effective ways to achieve these goals is by giving out coupon or discount codes. These codes can help you increase conversions, reward loyal customers, and even encourage social engagement.

By using Gleam's suite of apps to distribute your coupons, you can also incentivise a range of high-value actions that will really help you out with your long-term promotional efforts.

  1. Reward Customers with Instant Discounts
  2. Grab Attention with Timed & Targeted Coupons
  3. Boost Giveaway Engagement with Exclusive Offers
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Learn more about turning visitors into customers in our E-Commerce Conversion Guide

Gleam's Rewards app allows you to create campaigns that automatically deliver coupons in exchange for specific actions.

For example, you can offer a discount for signing up with an email, reward users for following your brand on social media, or drive viral growth with a refer-a-friend incentive.

You can also encourage customer reviews by offering a coupon, provide discounts after checkout to boost repeat purchases, and collect user-generated content by rewarding customers who submit photos or videos of your product.

Plus, you can level up by offering multi-tiered rewards that let users unlock better discounts by completing more actions

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How To Reward Customers with Instant Discounts in Gleam

• Go to Rewards → Setup
• Add a Coupon Code under Reward Type
• Choose how many actions are required to unlock the coupon
• Customise your discount message under Design
• Publish and share your hosted link or embed it on your website

Gleam Rewards setup screen showing multiple redemption methods including Subscribe, Check Out Product, Visit Facebook, Visit Instagram, Follow and Repost on X.

Gleam's Capture app lets you display targeted popups that instantly distribute coupons in real time.

You can offer an entry coupon as soon as a visitor lands on your site, create urgency with time-limited countdown coupons, or display page-specific discounts based on what a user is browsing.

Post-checkout coupons help drive repeat purchases, while source-specific coupons target visitors from platforms like Facebook or Instagram.

Exit-intent coupons can retain users about to leave by offering a last-minute discount, and abandoned cart coupons help reduce drop-offs by providing an incentive before checkout.

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How To Display Timed & Targeted Coupons in Gleam

• Go to Captures → Setup
• Select a Popup or Banner layout
• Add your headline, body, and button label
• Under Post Capture, set an action to display or open your coupon
• Configure Display Rules (on load, delay, scroll, or exit intent)
• Target visitors by behaviour, device, or referral source

Gleam Capture setup screen showing targeting rules for Existing Subscribers and Closed Capture to exclude previous users.

Running a giveaway is a simple way to distribute discount codes to potential customers while boosting engagement.

With Gleam's Competitions app, you can automatically reward every participant with a coupon just for entering.

This makes it easy to drive sales, encourage first-time purchases, and create a positive shopping experience without adding extra steps.

By giving out coupons through a giveaway, you can attract new customers, increase conversions, and build long-term brand loyalty, all with minimal effort.

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How To Add Coupons to a Giveaway in Gleam

• Go to Competitions → How to Enter
• Add a Coupon Code action to reward entrants with a discount
• Users must complete the required actions before the coupon unlocks
• Choose Reveal Automatically or Click a Button to Reveal
• Enter or upload your coupon codes and set a Number of Claims limit
• Or, send your discount via Post Entry Email if you want all entrants to receive it
• Promote your giveaway and coupon offer across your website and socials

Gleam Competition setup showing a Coupon Code action titled 'Enter The Giveaway To Unlock A Discount Code' with options for description, coupon reveal, and reward settings.

Offering coupon codes is a powerful way to boost sales, reward loyal customers, and increase engagement. Try these ideas to help turn one-time visitors into repeat customers.

Offering discounts is one of the most effective ways to boost sales and strengthen customer relationships. When you offer coupons or discount codes through Gleam, you can turn everyday visitors into buyers, improve conversion rates, and reward loyal customers for their ongoing support.

Coupons also help extend your marketing efforts beyond the checkout. Use them in email campaigns or social media promotions to capture email addresses, encourage sign-ups, and build lasting loyalty programs.

A well-timed discount offer or free perk encourages customers to complete their purchase, especially when offering free shipping or automatically applied discounts to remove hesitation over shipping costs.

You can even plan seasonal campaigns around events like Black Friday, rewarding loyal customers with exclusive coupon codes that drive sales year after year.

With Gleam, coupon marketing becomes effortless. Create campaigns that distribute offers automatically, grow your audience, and keep rewarding loyal customers in ways that build lasting value for your business.

What Is The Most Effective Way to Use E-Commerce Coupons?

The best coupon strategy is to trigger offers during key funnel moments—welcome, exit, or post-purchase. Click to learn how to boost conversions using timed and targeted offers.

How Can I Measure The Success Of A Coupon Campaign?

Track redemption rate, list growth, and post-click sales to evaluate campaign success. Click to see how to track coupon ROI using real-time tools.

What Is The Most Effective Way to Use E-Commerce Coupons?

The best coupon strategy is to trigger offers during key funnel moments—welcome, exit, or post-purchase. Click to learn how to boost conversions using timed and targeted offers.

What Legal Requirements Must I Follow When Offering Coupons?

In the U.S., UK, Canada, and Australia, coupon offers must include clear terms, eligibility, and expiry dates. Click to learn the rules that protect your brand and your customers.

Are Promotional Coupons Effective For Business Growth?

Yes. Promo codes boost conversions, cart size, and customer re-engagement when timed strategically.