Provide security

Hyperbolic Discount

The preference for immediate profits.

Hand-drawn person in a red jacket at a table, labeled “Jetzt” with one small egg and “Später” with two eggs.

How it works

People prefer immediate gains to later gains - even when the immediate reward is less than one that is further in the future.

When to use it

Use the effect if you want to create a feeling of security, which can strengthen your customers' trust in your brand.

Online examples from practice

Incentives

Make sure incentives are available immediately.

  • Ensure that vouchers can be redeemed immediately
  • Don't announce actions long in advance, but when the time comes
  • For contracts, you can offer the first few months at a lower price
  • Offer the first month for free
bonprix email header with logo, category bar and a red banner '10% Rabatt auf Deinen Einkauf', a white redeem button and an expiry date.
bonprix.de
1&1 offer card for Samsung Galaxy S23 with a large price from 29,99 euros per month for 6 months and a yellow 'Smartphone auswählen' button.
mobile.1und1.de
Spotify Premium offer section with a headline for 3 free months, a short text on PayPal payment and the later monthly price, and a green trial button.
spotify.com

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