How to Create and Manage Promotions
Learn how to create limited-time or ongoing promotions in Otto, apply them to specific products, and track performance. Use this for store-wide sales, category discounts, or seasonal offers.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Create a New Promotion
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Click Promotions in the left-hand sidebar.
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This tab combines both rebates and promotions.
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Click the Promotions sub-tab at the top of the page.
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Click New Promotion in the top right corner.
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Select the products you want the promotion to apply to:
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Filter by Category
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Filter by Modality
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Filter by Design
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Or manually select individual products
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Set the minimum quantity required for the promotion (if applicable).
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Example: 4 boxes minimum.
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Choose the discount type:
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Percentage discount (e.g., 10% off)
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Dollar amount discount (e.g., $20 off)
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Enter a clear Promotion Name.
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This helps you identify it later (e.g., “Spring Sale 2026”).
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(Optional) Set a Start Date and End Date:
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If left blank, the promotion will run indefinitely.
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If dates are set, the promotion will automatically activate and deactivate based on those dates.
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Click Save.
Activate or Deactivate a Promotion
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Go to Promotions in the left-hand sidebar.
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Locate the promotion in your list.
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Use the toggle switch to activate or deactivate it instantly.
How Promotions Appear to Patients
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Discounts are automatically reflected in the per-box pricing breakdown on your webstore.
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The adjusted pricing is clearly displayed during checkout.
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No manual application is required.
To increase visibility:
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Add a Promotional Banner to your webstore describing the offer.
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Navigate to the provided link within the Promotions page to set this up.
View Promotion Redemptions
To track performance:
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Go to Promotions.
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Open the specific promotion.
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View the redemption log to see:
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Which orders used the promotion
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Redemption dates
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Performance over time
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This helps you measure effectiveness and follow up if needed.
Important Notes
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Promotions are different from:
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Manufacturer Rebates (automatically detected and managed separately)
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Product-Level Volume Discounts (configured inside the Products module)
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Promotions can be reused:
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Simply update the start and end dates for recurring sales.
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If multiple discounts apply, ensure you review how pricing appears in your store before launching publicly.
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Promotions only apply to the products and conditions you define.
When to Contact Support
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If a promotion is not displaying correctly on your webstore
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If discounts appear incorrect at checkout
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If you need help configuring complex eligibility rules
Please submit a support ticket and include the name of the promotion and affected product(s).