From Unknown Visitor to Loyal Customer: Littledata’s Conversion Strategies With Ed Upton

Welcome to another episode of eCommerce Fastlane. Today, we're sitting down with Ed Upton, the Co-Founder and CEO of Littledata, a company carving a path through the "cookie apocalypse" and leading the charge in accurate, first-party data analytics.Currently, third-party cookies have declined, and user privacy has gained prominence. As a result, eCommerce brands are facing a situation where a significant portion of their traffic remains untracked, making their data less reliable. This challenge has created a state of uncertainty for businesses, particularly about conversion rates and the understanding of website visitors.In this discussion, Ed will provide insights into Littledata's seamless integration with platforms such as Klaviyo, focusing on effectively engaging the vital 3% of site visitors who are email subscribers yet to make a purchase. Additionally, we'll explore Littledata's strategies for accurately tracking return customers, especially within the challenging confines of Apple's Safari browser.Littledata's mission is centered on delivering clear, actionable insights to enhance marketing performance. Ed shares how Littledata improved the basic connection between Shopify and Google Analytics, offering advanced analysis of critical factors such as the influence of refunds, subscription management, and upsell activities on financial outcomes.This session is crucial for anyone dealing with the complexities of advertising spending and the numerous marketing touchpoints or for those striving to succeed in the changing environment after the "cookie era." Get ready to dive into the detailed, data-driven world of eCommerce through Littledata's perspective as we uncover insights that could significantly alter the course of your brand.Reach out to us! We welcome questions and comments about this episode. Connect with us here or through our socials — your feedback is always welcome.TwitterLinkedInFacebookFor more ecommerce, marketing, and growth strategies, check out the eCommerce Fastlane Insights Blog.TOPICS INCLUDE: Advertising, Affiliate Marketing, Amazon, Attribution, Automation, B2B, Brand, Customer Retention, Customer Support, Data + Analytics, Data Trust + Security, Dropshipping, Ecommerce SEO, Email Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Founder Stories, Influencer Marketing, Legal, Logistics, Shipping, Loyalty, Rewards, Retention Marketing, Marketing, Sales, Conversion, Money From Home, Operations, Payments, Finance, Tax, People, Personalization, Post Purchase Experience, Print On Demand, Product Development, Retail, Shopify POS, Reviews, Search, SMS Marketing, Social Commerce, Social Media, Live Shopping, Startup Ideas, Store Design, Mobile Apps, Sustainability, TikTok, Trends, Ultimate Guides, Web3, best Shopify apps, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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