5 Interactive Email Widgets That Boost Revenue
Michael Rodriguez
Product Manager
Interactive email widgets are the secret weapon of successful e-commerce brands. Here are the top 5 widgets that consistently drive revenue:
1. Add to Cart Widget
The add-to-cart widget allows customers to add products directly from their email without visiting your website. This reduces friction and can increase conversion rates by up to 30%.
Best Use Cases:
- Abandoned cart emails
- Product recommendation emails
- Flash sale announcements
2. Product Carousel
Showcase multiple products in a swipeable carousel within your email. Users can browse and add items to cart without leaving their inbox.
Best Use Cases:
- New arrivals
- Seasonal collections
- Personalized recommendations
3. Review Collection Widget
Make it easy for customers to leave reviews directly in your email. This can increase review collection rates by 40% or more.
Best Use Cases:
- Post-purchase follow-ups
- Product satisfaction surveys
- Customer feedback campaigns
4. Form Submission Widget
Collect information, run surveys, or gather feedback without redirecting users to external forms.
Best Use Cases:
- Newsletter signups
- Customer surveys
- Event registrations
5. Live Inventory Counter
Create urgency with real-time inventory updates. Show customers how many items are left in stock to drive immediate action.
Best Use Cases:
- Limited edition products
- Flash sales
- Seasonal items
Implementation Tips
When implementing these widgets, remember to:
- Always provide fallback content for non-AMP email clients
- Test across different email providers
- Monitor engagement metrics closely
- A/B test different widget placements
Start with one widget and expand as you see results. The key is to make the customer journey as smooth as possible.