How to take advantage of the back-to-school campaign with your app

.
Friday, July 18, 2025
How to take advantage of the back-to-school campaign with your app

Back to school: a key moment for ecommerce

At Reskyt we know that the end of summer not only marks the return to routine, but also the beginning of one of the most important campaigns for the retail trade. Stationery, technology, children's fashion, books, home organization or digital photography are just some of the categories that gain prominence.

And if there is an ideal channel for connecting with families, accompanying them in their purchasing decisions and standing out from the competition, it is the mobile app. In this article we tell you why and how to get the most out of your app during the back-to-school season.

Why is it important to activate your app in this campaign?

  • High purchase intent: families prioritize functionality, competitive prices and fast experiences.
  • Mobile users: many users shop on mobile between activities, from the office or on the way home.
  • Repurchase and planning: this is a period when repeat orders are high (school packs, books, accessories, printing).
  • Strong competition: differentiating yourself with a well-optimized app can be the key to attracting customers and building loyalty.

Why is it important to activate your app in the back-to-school campaign?

Keys to adapt your app to the back-to-school campaign

1. Create an exclusive "Back to School" section.

Highlight a specific category with essential products, ready-made kits, promotional packs or last year's favorites. Helps users find everything quickly and without distractions.

2. Use push to remember key moments

Send notifications segmented by child's age, purchase history or preferences. Create alerts such as "don't miss the deadline for books", "-10% today only on school supplies" or "free shipping for 24h".

3. Offers quick repurchase tools

It allows repeat orders from the previous year, save favorite lists or mark products as recurring. The easier it is for the customer, the higher the conversion.

4. Ensures smooth and frictionless navigation

Check the performance of your app: speed, menu organization, effective filters. In campaigns like this, every second counts.

5. Anticipate your promotions

Don't wait until September. Activate the first campaigns in the second half of August and create staggered phases. Organized users appreciate being able to buy early.

6. Leverage your user base

Activate exclusive campaigns for those who already have the app installed. Encourage them to buy in the most profitable channel with specific advantages (free shipping, discounts, early access).

Keys to adapt your app to the back-to-school campaign

Real example: Fotoprix and its app during the back-to-school season.

Fotoprix, a company specialized in photo printing, personalized gifts and school products, used its app developed with Reskyt to promote the back-to-school campaign in an effective and creative way.

Among its outstanding actions:

  • Creation of a specific category in the app for "School Prints".
  • Special offers for app users: souvenir albums, personalized labels, packs for kindergartens and schools.
  • Scheduled push notifications at key times with direct CTA to the category.
  • Integration of quick editing tools from the cell phone, without the need for a computer.

Fotoprix and its app during the back-to-school season with Reskyt

The result: a 35% increase in conversions during the campaign compared to the same period last year, with a particularly high repurchase rate in September and October. All managed from Reskyt's no-code environment, with no external technical interventions.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I start my back-to-school campaign?

Starting in mid-August. Getting ahead of the curve allows you to capture forward-thinking buyers and keep the momentum going through September.

Do I need to change the app design for this campaign?

It is not mandatory, but we recommend at least adapting the visible banners and categories to contextualize the experience.

What kind of products are you selling the most this season?

School supplies, children's clothing, accessories, student technology, books, personalized products and home or desk organizers.

Can I analyze the specific performance of this campaign?

Yes, from Reskyt you can track conversions, sessions, average ticket and push response segmented by date.

Does the app help reduce returns or incidents?

A lot. By having a direct and well-designed channel, the user navigates better, gets more information and buys with greater security.

Conclusion

Back to school is a decisive time for ecommerce in different sectors. With a well-optimized app, connected in real time and adapted to the pace of consumers, you can increase your sales, improve the customer experience and stand out from the competition. Brands like Fotoprix are already taking advantage of this with excellent results.

Do you want to adapt your app to the back to school? Request a demo and discover how Reskyt can help you plan, activate and optimize your key campaigns from the most profitable channel: your app.

Request your demo with Reskyt