This blog was updated on 15 April 2025, for more information connect with our team: https://www.easystore.co/contact 

5 Simple and Affordable Ways to Appreciate Your Customers

Showing gratitude is powerful — it feels good, makes others feel valued, and is great for your business. 

And the best part? It doesn’t have to cost much. 

Thoughtful, genuine gestures can go a long way in building customer loyalty. 

Here are five inexpensive, yet meaningful ways to thank your customers:

1. Send a Handwritten Note

When was the last time you received a handwritten card? 

A personal, handwritten note can brighten your customer’s day. 

Go old school — address them by name, sign it with yours, and make it specific. 

It doesn’t always have to be a thank you card — a simple apology note when things go wrong can also leave a lasting positive impression.

This can maximize the impact of your post-sale customer service. The extra time is definitely worth it!

A little extra effort here maximizes the impact of your post-sale service and shows you truly care.

2. Educate and Inspire

If you run a peanut butter jam online store, imagine regularly sharing fun, helpful meal ideas using your product. 

Whether through a blog, webinars, social media, or quick tips, giving customers new ways to enjoy your products adds value and builds connection.

The more they learn, the more they appreciate your brand. 

Tip: You can easily start a blog with EasyStore to share useful content like this.

Source: Jobbie Nut Butter 

3. Reward Social Media Fans

Your loyal customers are likely active on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. 

Surprise them with personal discount codes, exclusive promos, or thank-you shoutouts.

A study shows that 65% of shoppers are influenced by rewards when it comes to how often they buy — so even small surprises can spark long-term loyalty.

4. Spotlight Your Customers

Feature your customers on your social platforms. 

Share a post about them on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter, making it personal, appreciative, and fun.

This public recognition makes them feel valued, gives them a sense of pride, and naturally encourages others to engage with your brand too.

Source: Canva 

5. Offer Free Gifts

According to research, 88% of customers remember businesses that give them gifts. 

While birthdays are a perfect time to surprise your customers, unexpected gifts on regular days create even more delight.

If you’re using EasyStore, you can easily set up free gift promotions during checkout. 

Customers can redeem their gifts instantly — no extra redemption forms needed. 

Try out more of EasyStore’s promotion tools with a free account here.

Make Customers Love Buying From You

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Over 50,000 brands have grown their businesses by embracing unified customer experiences (UCX) strategy through EasyStore across multiple sales channels - online store, retail outlets, marketplaces, and social media, ensuring consistency in product and service offerings for a seamless shopping journey.