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Estimated read time: 4 minutes, 0 seconds Apple has revised its App Store rules to be better compliant with the European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA), but the fees associated with Apple’s revisions are still considerably high according to an article from The Verge.  After Apple was charged in June by EU antitrust regulators for not complying with the DMA, Apple released updates to their StoreLink External Purchase Link Entitlement on August 8, 2024.  The highlights are outlined in six bullet points on Apple’s News and Updates page, with readers invited to click through to a more detailed guide to…

As the warm rays of summer usher in a season of travel, relaxation, and outdoor activities, they also present a golden opportunity for small businesses to amplify their social media marketing efforts. For advanced-level marketers, the challenge lies in harnessing the seasonal vibes while implementing sophisticated strategies that drive engagement and conversions.  Here’s an in-depth guide tailored to experienced marketers aiming for social media marketing success this summer: 1. Refine Your Seasonal Content Strategy Summer provides a rich tapestry of themes and events to weave into your content strategy. Advanced marketers should leverage this by creating a detailed seasonal content…

Ever notice how some products always seem to be at the top of your search results?The secret often lies in how well the product feed is optimized. A product feed is a comprehensive file that holds all the vital information about your products, including titles, descriptions, images, and prices. This data is used by search engines and shopping platforms to accurately showcase your items to potential customers. If your feed isn’t set up just right, your products might not be getting the attention they deserve.If you’re looking to boost your products’ visibility without paying for ads, tweaking your product feed…

Personalization at scale seems contradictory, like having a party with several million friends. Yet at its best, ecommerce personalization drives conversions anonymously. How can merchants balance customer personalization and privacy? I asked that question to payment and security pros. Personalizing ecommerce shopping drives sales. Maintaining privacy is the challenge. Balancing Act Robin Anderson, vice president of acquiring products at Tribe Payments, an open banking facilitator, has seen ecommerce personalization evolve from simple tracking and recommendation systems to sophisticated, artificial-intelligence-driven experiences. He believes all commerce channels, from online to in-person, will become more personalized. “Hyper-personalization is on trend in payments and…

People are becoming more aware of the different forms of digital payments and have shown interest in learning about multiple payment methods, their uses, and their benefits. The Buy Now, Pay Later scheme and cryptocurrency, for example, have become mainstream in the United States. There’s no denying that the shift towards the digital world has brought a massive change in people’s lives. From healthcare to banking, nearly every industry has witnessed a transformation in the way they operate. The payment industry, in particular, has been revolutionized. With dozens of payment options available today, customers are spoiled for choice. We barely…

With Prime Day 2024 now behind us, Amazon sellers are already looking ahead to the busiest time of the year—Q4. As we approach the holiday season, big sale events like Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and Christmas are just around the corner, bringing a surge in seasonal demand for a wide range of products. This increase in consumer activity presents a unique opportunity for sellers to maximize their sales, but it also comes with challenges, such as managing inventory, customer service, and logistics. In this blog, we’ll explore top strategies for effectively handling this seasonal demand, ensuring you’re well-prepared to meet…

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Estimated read time: 10 minutes, 29 seconds Throughout the year, sales and subscription management teams juggle hundreds or thousands of subscription upgrades, add-ons, and renewals across customer accounts. However, existing solutions for generating pricing estimates for subscription changes, securing internal approvals, and providing customers with formal documentation are overwhelmingly manual, cumbersome, and error-prone. And with businesses tightening their belts, one misunderstanding or misstep during the upgrade or renewal process can mean the difference between a multiple-year contract and unexpected customer churn. What if every customer renewal—from estimate to invoice—was predictable and seamless for everyone involved? That’s the vision behind FastSpring’s…

Streaming TV advertising has transformed from the catchy jingles of the ‘60s to the integrated, data-driven campaigns we see today. Despite the rise of digital media, TV continues to be a cornerstone in capturing audience attention and driving sales.  Let’s take a look at the benefits and limitations of TV advertising in today’s world, along with best practices and key examples that showcase how brands can make the most of television advertising. What is Television Advertising? Television advertising allows marketers to promote their offerings through audiovisual commercials. In the past, this meant reaching large audiences through mass broadcasts that reached…

Estimated read time: 5 minutes, 17 seconds In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, AI search has become an invaluable tool for finding information quickly and efficiently. At FastSpring, we aim to continually enhance our AI search capabilities, ensuring you receive accurate and relevant answers. Here, we’ll explore how to make the most of FastSpring’s Owlbot search, why your feedback is so important, and best practices for crafting effective search prompts. The Benefits of FastSpring’s Owlbot Search Owlbot search provides numerous benefits: Speed: Instant responses to your queries save you time. Accuracy: AI algorithms sift through vast amounts of data to find…