How to add Promo Codes for Courses on Hecto Hints?

Created by Hecto Hints, Modified on Mon, 30 Oct, 2023 at 10:03 PM by Hecto Hints

Enhance your course offerings on Hecto Hints by creating promo codes for discounts. This guide will walk you through the steps to generate and apply promo codes exclusively for your courses. Whether you're offering flat discounts or percentage discounts, crafting unique promo codes, or setting discount parameters for your courses, we've got you covered."


Step 1: Access Your Hecto Hints Dashboard

Open your web browser and visit www.hectohints.com.

Step 2: Sign In and Access Your Dashboard

2. Click on 'Sign In' to access your Hecto Hints account. Once signed in, you'll be directed to your dashboard.



Step 3: Manage Promo Codes for Courses


Step 3.1: Click on 'Manage'

3.1. In your dashboard, locate the 'Manage' option, typically found in the bottom left corner.



Step 3.2: Access Promo Codes Section

3.2. Click on 'Promo Codes' to access the promo code management section.



Step 4: Generate Promo Codes for Courses


Step 4.1: Select Courses

4.1. In the promo code management section, you will find a radio button for 'Courses.' Select this option to apply your promo codes exclusively to your courses.

Step 4.2: Create Promo Code

4.2. Create your promo code (e.g., "ENROLL50" or "SAVE40COURSE"). Promo codes should contain only letters and numbers without spaces. These unique codes allow users to access discounts on your courses.

Step 4.3: Choose Promotion Type

4.3. Select the promotion type from the radio buttons:


Flat Discount: Offer a specific amount as a flat discount on your course prices. For example, a flat discount of $30 means users get $30 off the regular course fee.

Percentage Discount: Provide a discount as a percentage of the original course price. For instance, a 20% percentage discount gives users a 20% reduction in the course cost.



Step 4.4: Set Discount Value

4.4. Depending on the chosen promotion type:


If it's a 'Flat Discount,' specify the discount value (e.g., $20 or $50).

If it's a 'Percentage Discount,' indicate the discount value as a percentage (e.g., 15% or 25%).



Step 4.5: Promo Code Description

4.5. Write a brief promo code description within 150 characters. This description helps users understand the offer.




Step 4.6: Set Start and End Dates and Times

4.6. Determine the promo code's start date, end date, start time, and end time.



Step 4.7: Define User Limit

4.7. Specify the maximum number of users who can avail this discount for your courses. This ensures controlled use of the promo code.



Step 4.8: Maximum Discount Value

4.8. Indicate the highest discount value a user can receive on your courses.



Step 4.9: Select Promotion Application Mode

4.9. From the drop-down menu, choose the Promotion Application Mode:


Public (Visible to all): Public promotions are viewable by all users on the platform. Anyone can use the promo code for your courses.

Private (Only selected users): Private promotions are accessible to specific users. You'll personally share the code with these individuals.

Auto Apply (Applicable to all): Auto Apply promotions automatically deduct the discount for all courses without users needing to enter a code.



Step 4.10: Allow Single User to Use Code Multiple Times

4.10. Decide whether a single user can use the code multiple times (Yes or No).


Yes - Same user can avail the discount multiple times: Choose "Yes" if users can repeatedly use the promo code for your courses.

No - Same user cannot avail the discount multiple times: Select "No" if the promo code is valid for a single use per user.



Step 4.11: Apply Promotion to Courses

4.11. Choose where you want to apply the promotion. Options include:


All Courses: Apply the promotion to all your courses.

Selected Categories: Limit the promotion to specific course categories that you've created.

Specific Courses: Restrict the promo code to one particular course.



Step 5: Save Your Promo Code Settings

5. Click 'Save' to confirm and save your promo code settings for your courses.


Congratulations! You've successfully generated and applied promo codes for your courses on Hecto Hints.



Additional Tips:


  • Promo codes are powerful tools to boost course enrollments.
  • Customize your promo codes to align with your course promotion strategies.


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