Results timeline: When to expect impact
Social proof notifications can show immediate results, but meaningful impact on conversions typically takes 1-2 weeks. Track metrics like click-through rates, time on page, and conversion rates to measure success.
Timeline Expectations
Timeframe | What Happens | What to Track |
|---|---|---|
Immediate (Within hours) | Notifications start showing | Messages Shown count increases |
Short-term (1-7 days) | Enough data for insights | Which notifications perform best |
Long-term (Weeks to months) | Conversion impact measurable | ROI can be calculated |
Immediate Results (Within Hours)
- Notifications start showing on storefront
- Visitors see notifications
- Events page starts tracking activity
- Messages Shown count increases
Short-term Results (1-7 Days)
- Enough data for meaningful insights
- Can see which notifications perform best
- Visitor engagement patterns emerge
- Can optimize based on early data
Long-term Results (Weeks to Months)
- Conversion rate impact becomes measurable
- Clear patterns in what works
- ROI can be calculated
- Optimized campaigns performing well
What to Track
Metric | Where to Find | What It Shows |
|---|---|---|
Messages Shown | Events page | How many notifications displayed |
Messages Clicked | Events page | Visitor engagement |
Campaign performance | Events page | Which campaigns work best |
Factors Affecting Results
Factor | Impact |
|---|---|
Store traffic | More traffic = more data faster |
Notification type | Some types perform better |
Message quality | Better messages = better results |
Timing | When notifications appear matters |
Targeting | Right pages/devices = better engagement |
- Don't expect instant sales boost
- Social proof works over time
- Focus on engagement metrics first
- Conversion impact takes time to measure
- Every store is different
Next Steps:
- Give it at least 1-2 weeks
- Track metrics in Events page
- Test different messages
- Optimize based on data
- Be patient with results
Updated on: 03/01/2026
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