We are new and just started out with our website but we would love ideas on how to attract new customers. Without spending money on marketing with goggle keywords.
Topic summary
A new website owner seeks strategies to attract customers without investing in paid Google advertising.
A community member provides several free customer acquisition methods:
SEO & Content:
- Optimize website elements (titles, descriptions, images) with relevant keywords
- Launch a blog with niche-related helpful content
- Build backlinks from industry-relevant sites
Social Media:
- Create engaging content (Reels, Stories, TikToks)
- Run giveaways and collaborate with micro-influencers through product exchanges
- Leverage Pinterest for sustained traffic generation
Community Engagement:
- Participate authentically in Facebook Groups and Reddit before promoting
- Answer niche-related questions on Quora and forums
Retention & Growth:
- Build an email list with first-time subscriber discounts
- Implement a referral program to encourage word-of-mouth marketing
The discussion remains open for additional suggestions.
Hi @RustyBaines75 ,
Here are free ways to attract new customers to your Shopify store:
1. SEO Optimization (Free Google Traffic)- Optimize titles, descriptions, and images with relevant keywords.
- Start a blog with helpful content related to your niche.
- Get backlinks from niche sites.
2. Social Media Marketing- Post Reels, Stories, and TikToks showcasing your products.
- Run giveaways and collab with micro-influencers (send free products).
- Use Pinterest to drive long-term traffic.
3. Engage in Communities- Join Facebook Groups & Reddit and offer value before promoting.
- Answer Quora & forums questions related to your niche.
4. Email Marketing & Referrals- Offer a discount for first-time subscribers.
- Create a referral program to encourage word-of-mouth.
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