How to increase the number of subscribers to push notifications

How to increase the number of subscribers to push notifications

Created on 11 July, 2025Push Notification Basics • 96 views • 1 minutes read

Discover actionable techniques to grow your push notification subscriber base. Practical tips to attract and retain more opt-ins.

1. Optimize Subscription Timing

Best Trigger Points:

  1. After 30-60 seconds (shows initial interest)
  2. At 50-70% scroll depth (demonstrates engagement)
  3. Exit-intent detection (when mouse moves to close)

Example:

"Wait! Get exclusive updates" + "Subscribe Now" button

2. Create Compelling Incentives

Effective Offers:

  1. 10-15% discount for subscribers
  2. Free checklist/guide download
  3. Exclusive content access
  4. Entry into giveaways

Copy Example:

"Subscribe now and get instant access to our 'Pro Tips Guide'!"

3. Design High-Converting Opt-in Forms

Key Elements:

  1. Contrasting CTA button ("Yes, notify me!")
  2. Concise benefit-focused text (max 2 lines)
  3. Trust symbols (logos/badges)
  4. No-spam assurance ("1-click unsubscribe")

4. Segment Visitor Types

Personalized Approaches:

  1. New visitors: "Be first to know about new arrivals"
  2. Returning users: "Exclusive deals for loyal customers"
  3. Cart abandoners: "Get price drop alerts on items you viewed"

5. A/B Test Everything

Elements to Test:

  1. Button text ("Allow" vs "Get Deals")
  2. Button color (red vs green)
  3. Placement (popup vs embedded)
  4. Timing (immediate vs delayed)

6. Multi-Location Opt-in Points

Strategic Placements:

  1. Header bell icon
  2. Popup modal
  3. Footer section
  4. Order confirmation page
  5. Live chat widget

7. Leverage Social Proof

Effective Messaging:

  1. "Join 15,842 savvy subscribers"
  2. "92% of our customers opt-in"
  3. "Subscribers save $25/month on average"

8. Welcome Drip Sequence

Automated Flow:

  1. Immediate: "Thanks! Use code WELCOME10"
  2. Day 1: "How's your discount working?"
  3. Day 3: "Subscriber-only early access"

9. Cross-Channel Promotion

Integration Points:

  1. Email signatures
  2. Social media posts
  3. Messenger broadcasts
  4. Blog callouts

10. Technical Optimization

Must-Have Setup:

  1. HTTPS implementation
  2. Minified JavaScript
  3. Page speed optimization
  4. Cross-browser testing

11. Retarget Decliners

Recovery Tactics:

  1. Alternative offer: "Prefer email updates?"
  2. Enhanced value: "Special gift if you reconsider"
  3. Simplified process: "Now 1-tap subscribe"

12. Performance Tracking

Key Metrics:

  1. Opt-in conversion rate (5-15% good)
  2. Initial CTR
  3. Unsubscribe rate (<5% monthly)

13. Seasonal Campaigns

Timed Promotions:

  1. "Subscribe 48hrs before Black Friday"
  2. "New Year's gift for subscribers"
  3. "Back-to-school bonus offers"

14. Loyalty Integration

Synergy Ideas:

  1. Bonus points for subscribing
  2. Tier-based notifications
  3. VIP-only push deals

15. Continuous Innovation

New Tactics to Try:

  1. Interactive push polls
  2. Gamification ("Collect 5 referrals")
  3. Co-marketing partnerships

Key Takeaways

For maximum growth, combine 3-5 strategies simultaneously. Start with opt-in form optimization and incentives, then layer advanced approaches.

💡 Pro Tip: Use analytics-powered platforms (like OneSignal or DMPilot) to track each tactic's performance. Focus on what delivers highest-quality subscribers, not just quantity.