Cashback has emerged as a game-changing strategy for companies looking to attract and retain customers in today's competitive financial landscape. But what exactly is cashback and why should your business consider implementing it? Let's delve into the world of cashback and explain its benefits.
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What is Cashback?
Cashback is a financial incentive that rewards cardholders with a percentage of the money they spend. This refund is usually credited to their account or card balance. When a cardholder makes a purchase with their payment card, they receive a pre-determined percentage of the transaction amount back as cashback.
For example, if a cardholder spends $200 and the cashback rate is 2%, the cardholder will receive $4 in cashback. Cashback can be used as a loyalty program, a marketing tool, or a way to encourage higher spending.
Why to Use Cashback?
Cashback is a powerful tool that can transform your business - and it's more than just a perk. And here's why:
Increased customer loyalty:Â By offering a percentage of money back on purchases, you create a compelling reason for customers to choose your service over the competition. This incentive encourages repeat business and fosters long-term relationships.
Enhanced consumer spending:Â The prospect of earning cashback motivates customers to spend more. It's a win-win situation: customers feel they're getting more value, while your business sees increased revenue.
Competitive advantage:Â In a crowded marketplace, cashback can differentiate your product. It's an attractive benefit that can sway potential customers in your favor.
Gratification in real time: By calculating and awarding cashback immediately after transactions, customers experience instant gratification, reinforcing positive associations with your brand.
Flexibility and customization:Â Cashback programs can be tailored to your business model and customer preferences, allowing for targeted promotions and strategic incentives.
Cashback & Fees Money Flow
Cashback is an internal transaction for a partner to reload the user's balance as part of the loyalty program.
Verestro’s card & balance management system (Antaca) automatically debits the master balance with this transaction.
Rules for Cashback: Maximizing Rewards
The real power of cash back is its flexibility. Below are some innovative rules and use cases to apply:
Rewards based on percentage:Â You can provide a consistent cashback percentage on all purchases (flat rate), such as 0.5% cashback on every transaction. Alternatively, you can implement tiered rates to reward bigger spenders, such as 0.2% for transactions up to $100, and 0.5% for transactions over $100.
Rewards with fixed amounts:Â You can offer a fixed cashback amount for every qualifying transaction, no matter the purchase amount. You can also offer different fixed cashback amounts based on transaction value ranges.
Cashback specific to merchants: You can encourage partnerships by offering higher cashback rates for specific merchants. For instance, offer 2% cash back for purchases made at your partner stores.
Rewards based on categories: You can drive spending in specific industries by offering higher cashback rates on certain transaction categories. For example, 3% cashback for all bookstore purchases (MCC code 5942).
Payment method incentives:Â You can offer higher cashback rates to encourage certain payment methods. For example, 0.5% extra cashback for Samsung Pay transactions.
Geographic targeting: You can encourage local or international spending with location-based cashback rules. Offer 1% cashback for all transactions within the EU.
Currency-specific rewards: Incentivize transactions in specific currencies, such as offering 0.75% cashback for all USD transactions.
Time-limited promotions: You can create urgency with limited-time cashback offers. For example, double cashback rates during the holiday shopping season.
Cumulative rewards: You can reward loyal customers with increasing cashback rates based on their total spend over time. For example, unlock 1% cashback after $1000 in total purchases.
How to Implement Cashback?
Cashback can be a powerful tool to drive customer loyalty and increase sales. However, implementing a successful cashback program requires careful planning and execution.
Do you need assistance with cashback implementation? Our team at Verestro is ready to help. We can work with you to create customized cashback rules that align with your business goals. Contact us today to learn more.
Remember:Â Building a robust cashback network is essential for the success of your program. Consider partnering with merchants, affiliates, and other relevant businesses to offer a wider range of cashback opportunities to your customers.
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