FERMÀT Platform Glossary
Here's everything you need to know about FERMÀT.
A/B Testing
Built-in experimentation framework for testing different funnel variations, layouts, and elements to optimize conversion rates.
Amount Off
Direct discount promotion that reduces the total price by a fixed dollar amount.
Analytics Suite
Comprehensive funnel performance tracking system that provides detailed insights into visitor behavior, conversion rates, and funnel effectiveness.
API Integration
Application Programming Interface connections that enable FERMÀT to sync with other platforms and services.
Attribution
FERMÀT uses same-session attribution, counting conversions only when shoppers click ads and purchase within the same browsing session.
Attribution Window
Time period during which conversions are credited to specific marketing channels (varies by platform).
Average Order Value (AOV)
Average amount spent per transaction, a key metric for e-commerce optimization and funnel performance.
Blotout
Privacy-first data infrastructure integration for customer data ownership and control.
Bundle Builder
Feature that allows creation of product bundles without requiring Shopify SKU management, enabling dynamic bundle creation and pricing.
Buy More Save More (BMSM)
Tiered discount structure that increases savings as customers purchase more items or reach higher cart values.
Cart Abandonment
Rate at which customers add items to cart but don't complete purchases, addressed through funnel optimization.
CCPA Compliance
California Consumer Privacy Act compliance for California resident data rights.
CDN (Content Delivery Network)
Global network for fast loading of funnel content regardless of visitor location.
Compare-at Prices
Pricing feature that shows higher "original" prices next to actual selling prices, customizable per variant and selling plan to emphasize savings.
Conversion Rate
Percentage of funnel visitors who complete desired actions (purchases, sign-ups, etc.).
Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO)
The practice of improving funnel performance through systematic testing and optimization of elements like layout, copy, and user experience.
Converge
Analytics platform integration for unified data tracking and attribution across marketing channels.
Cookie Consent Banner
Privacy compliance feature for displaying cookie consent notices in regions with data privacy regulations.
Cross-sells
Related product suggestions that complement the customer's current selection.
Custom Domain
Ability to use branded domain names for funnels instead of generic FERMÀT URLs.
Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC)
Cost of acquiring a new customer through marketing efforts, optimized through funnel improvements.
Customer Experience (CX)
Holistic view of customer interactions with brand through all touchpoints, enhanced by personalized funnels.
Customer Journey
Complete path customers take from initial awareness through purchase and beyond, optimized through FERMÀT funnels.
Data Ownership
Concept of brands maintaining control over their customer data rather than relying solely on third-party platforms.
Direct-to-Consumer (DTC)
Business model where brands sell directly to customers without intermediaries, FERMÀT's primary market.
E-commerce Marketing
Digital marketing strategies specifically designed for online retail, including funnel optimization and conversion improvement.
FERMÀT
AI-native post-click funnel optimization platform that helps e-commerce brands create customizable storefronts, experiment with layouts, and personalize shopping experiences beyond traditional landing pages.
Forever Links
Re-routable URLs for ad traffic management that remain consistent while allowing backend funnel changes and A/B testing.
Funnel
A customizable post-click experience that guides visitors from ad click to purchase. In FERMÀT, funnels replace traditional landing pages with dynamic, conversion-optimized journeys.
Funnel Builder
Drag-and-drop interface for creating conversion-optimized funnels using modular components and templates.
Funnel Optimization
Systematic process of improving funnel performance through testing, analysis, and iterative improvements.
Funnel Visualizer
Interactive canvas for building and managing the customer journey inside FERMÀT, providing visual representation of funnel flow and performance.
GDPR Compliance
General Data Protection Regulation adherence for European customer data protection.
Gift with Purchase (GWP)
Promotional strategy offering free items when customers meet specific purchase requirements.
Growth Marketing
Data-driven approach to marketing focused on rapid experimentation and scalable customer acquisition.
Halo Effect
Marketing phenomenon where exposure to ads influences future purchases through different channels, causing attribution discrepancies between platforms.
K-Bar
Keyboard-powered shortcut system that provides quick access to all FERMÀT features and functions.
Klaviyo Integration
Email marketing platform integration for customer segmentation, abandoned cart recovery, and lifecycle marketing.
Lifetime Value (LTV)
Total revenue expected from a customer over their entire relationship with the brand.
Magic Modules
AI-assisted module creation and optimization system that helps build high-converting funnel components automatically.
Meta Pixel
Facebook's tracking code integration that enables conversion tracking and audience building from FERMÀT funnels.
Mobile-First Design
Design approach prioritizing mobile user experience, critical since 90%+ of FERMÀT sessions are mobile.
Modules
Individual building blocks of funnels including product displays, checkout forms, testimonials, and other conversion elements.
Northbeam
Attribution platform integration for multi-touch attribution and marketing performance analysis.
Offer Management
System for creating and managing promotional campaigns including discounts, bundles, and special deals.
Personalization
Customizing funnel content, products, and messaging based on visitor behavior, demographics, or preferences.
Pierre AI
Built-in AI assistant for funnel strategy inside FERMÀT. Pierre helps users think through funnel optimization, provides strategic recommendations, and assists with campaign planning and implementation.
Post-Click Experience
The customer journey that begins after clicking an ad and continues through the funnel until conversion or exit.
Privacy-First Analytics
Data collection and analysis approach that prioritizes customer privacy and data protection.
Product Detail Page (PDP)
Individual product pages within funnels that showcase specific items with detailed information, images, and purchase options.
Responsive Design
Funnel layouts that automatically adapt to different screen sizes and devices for optimal user experience.
Return on Ad Spend (ROAS)
Revenue generated for every dollar spent on advertising, measured through funnel performance.
Same-Session Attribution
FERMÀT's attribution model that only counts conversions when users click ads and purchase within the same browsing session.
Scarcity Marketing
Psychological technique using limited availability or time-sensitive offers to encourage immediate action.
Selling Plans
Shopify's subscription and recurring billing feature that FERMÀT supports for subscription-based products and services.
Shop
FERMÀT's term for customizable storefronts (not "stores"). Shops are the main interface where customers browse products and make purchases within funnels.
Shopify Integration
Primary e-commerce platform integration that syncs products, inventory, and orders between FERMÀT funnels and Shopify stores.
SKU Management
Product inventory tracking that FERMÀT handles automatically through Shopify integration without requiring manual SKU creation.
Social Proof
Evidence of other customers' positive experiences (reviews, testimonials, purchases) displayed in funnels to build trust.
SSL Security
Secure Socket Layer encryption for protecting customer data and transactions within funnels.
Traffic Sources
Channels that drive visitors to funnels, including Meta Ads, TikTok Ads, Google Ads, and other paid advertising platforms.
Triple Whale
E-commerce analytics platform integration for comprehensive business intelligence and reporting.
Upsells
Additional product recommendations presented during the checkout process to increase average order value.
User Experience (UX)
Overall experience customers have while navigating funnels, critical for conversion success.
Variants
Different versions of products (sizes, colors, flavors) that can have customized pricing and messaging within funnels.
Virtual Products
Product clones created for different audiences or campaigns, allowing testing of different positioning, pricing, or messaging without affecting original products.
Webhook Support
Real-time data transmission feature for instant updates between FERMÀT and integrated platforms.
This glossary serves as a comprehensive reference for understanding FERMÀT's platform, features, and the broader e-commerce optimization ecosystem. All terms relate to the core goal of optimizing post-click experiences to drive higher conversion rates and improve customer lifetime value.
