Product Walkthrough

Maximize product adoption with post-purchase education campaigns that help customers get the most value from their new purchases.

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Product Walkthrough

What is a Product Walkthrough Campaign?

A product walkthrough campaign educates first-time buyers on how to use their new purchase effectively through targeted follow-up content. These campaigns provide usage guides, tips, and tutorials tailored to the specific product category purchased, enabling customers to achieve better results and increase their satisfaction with the purchase.

Why does a product walkthrough campaign matter?

Challenges

New customers may not know how to get the most from their purchase, leading to dissatisfaction or missed results. Without guidance, adoption lags and the chances of a repeat purchase drop.

Opportunities

Product walkthroughs boost satisfaction and reduce returns by teaching proper usage. When customers get better results, they're more likely to repurchase and recommend your products to others.

Outcomes

Higher customer satisfaction scores

Reduced return and refund rates

Increased repeat purchase likelihood

Who is it for?

Audience

First-time buyers segmented by last order date, targeting those who purchased specific product categories.

Exclusions

Repeat customers familiar with product usage, customers who have already received walkthrough content, or those who purchased digital/non-instructional products.

How it plays out

A sample sequence for this use case.

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Get the most from your new purchase! Your new product is more than just the basics — here's how to unlock its full potential → [CTA]

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Ready to master your purchase? Follow these expert tips for best results → [See Full Guide]

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Are you getting the results you want? Here are pro tips to maximize your product's benefits → [Learn More]

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Quick check-in: How's your experience going? Access advanced usage tips here → [Advanced Guide]

Best Practices

  • Send walkthroughs within 24 hours of purchase to catch customers while excitement is high.
  • Use visuals, simple instructions, or short videos to make guidance easy to follow.
  • Add subtle upsells to complementary products after demonstrating value.

Product Walkthrough Examples & Prompts

Channel Examples

Email
Subject: Get the most from your new purchase! Hi [Name], Your new product is more than just the basics — here's how to unlock its full potential. Follow our expert tips for best results and maximum satisfaction. [CTA: See the full guide]
WhatsApp
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Your order just shipped! Here's how to use it like a pro. Get step-by-step instructions and insider tips for the best experience → [Link]

Ready-to-use ZEPIC prompts

You can automate post-purchase journeys with Zenie AI, allowing your customers to receive timely walkthroughs. With one prompt, ZEPIC identifies first-time buyers and delivers usage tips across Email and WhatsApp.

Segment Prompt

Segment first-time buyers based on last order details

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Journey Prompt

Trigger a journey for customers 1 day after purchase. Send walkthrough or how-to-use content via Email/WhatsApp

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FAQs

Why are product walkthroughs important for first-time buyers?

Product walkthroughs ensure customers achieve the best possible results from their purchase, leading to higher satisfaction and increased likelihood of repeat purchases. Poor product experiences often stem from improper usage rather than product quality.

When should product walkthrough campaigns be sent after purchase?

Send walkthrough content 1-2 days after purchase when excitement is high and the product has likely arrived. This timing maximizes engagement while the purchase is still top-of-mind.

Should product walkthroughs be different for each product category?

Yes, customize walkthrough content based on specific product types and usage requirements. Generic instructions are less effective than targeted guidance relevant to the actual purchase.

How long should product walkthrough content be?

Keep walkthroughs concise but comprehensive, typically 2-3 key usage tips or a short video tutorial. Focus on the most important information needed for successful product use.

How do you measure product walkthrough success?

Track email open rates, content engagement, customer satisfaction scores, return rates, and repeat purchase behavior. Survey customers about their product experience to gather qualitative feedback.