How To Apply Coupons to Subscription Products in Tekmatix

Make the most of your promotions with smart subscription discounts.

Tekmatix now allows you to apply coupons to subscription-based products for a specific duration — not just as a one-time discount. This added flexibility helps businesses run more precise promotions, reward long-term signups, or limit discount periods to avoid long-term revenue impact.

This article will show you how to configure coupon durations, what options are available, and how to use this feature effectively in your subscription offers.

Why This Feature Matters

Before, coupons in Tekmatix applied only to one-time or indefinite discounts. Now, you can:

• Set temporary discounts for subscriptions (e.g., first 3 months only).
  

• Align coupon behavior with your marketing campaigns.
  

• Avoid manual tracking of discount timelines.

Step-by-Step: How to Set Coupon Duration for Subscription Products

1. Create or Edit a Coupon

1. Go to Payments > Coupons in your Tekmatix dashboard.
   

2. Click Create Coupon or select an existing one to Edit.
   

3. Go to the discount settings.

4. Look for and Check the box labeled:
   ✅ "Also apply to recurring/future payments based on a duration or forever, if applicable."
   

5. You will now see two options:

   • Forever – applies to all recurring payments.
     

   • Multiple Months – applies to the first X months of the subscription. Enter the number of months in the input field that appears.
     

2. Apply the Coupon to a Subscription Product

• Add the coupon during checkout for any subscription-based product (monthly, annual, weekly, etc.).
  

• Based on your selected duration:
  

  • Once = applies only on the first payment.
    

  • Forever = applies to every payment for the life of the subscription.
    

  • Multiple Months = applies only for that many months after subscription starts (regardless of payment frequency).
    

💡 Note: The duration setting has no effect on one-time purchases — the discount will apply once by default.

3. View Applied Coupons in the System

Once a coupon is applied, you can view it:

• In the Subscription Details Page
  

• In the Order Details Page
  

• The display will clearly show the logic used:

  • e.g., “10% off for first 4 months” or “$5 off for all payments”
    

Sample Use Cases

Case 1: Monthly Subscription for a Fitness Program

• Product: $50/month for 10 months
  

• Coupon: “NEWYEAR” → 20% off for 4 months
  

• Customer pays $40/month for first 4 months, then reverts to $50/month after.
  

Case 2: Annual Coaching Program

• Product: $500/year for 3 years
  

• Coupon: “LOYALTY” → $100 off Forever
  

• Discount continues yearly: customer pays $400 each year.
  

Case 3: Weekly Meal Plan Subscription

• Product: $25/week
  

• Coupon: “TRIALWEEK” → $10 off for 2 months
  

• 2 months = 8 weeks. Coupon applies to the first 8 weekly payments only.
  

Additional Notes

• The subscription frequency (weekly, monthly, annually, etc.) does not affect how long the discount is applied — only the duration in months matters.
  

• If a subscription has a scheduled start, the coupon starts from that date — whether the subscription is in trial or active mode.
  

• Old coupons will retain their original behavior:

  • If checkbox was selected before → applies Forever
    

  • If checkbox was not selected → applies Once
    

Quick Tips for Best Use

• Use “Multiple Months” for limited-time intro offers.
  

• Use “Forever” for VIP loyalty discounts.
  

• Use “Once” for flash sales or lead gen campaigns.
  

Wrap-Up

This enhancement gives Tekmatix users precise control over how long discounts last on subscriptions, making it easier to design tiered or trial-based promotions.

If you’re running any recurring payment products — from coaching to software to subscription boxes — this feature is a game changer for flexible pricing strategies.

Need help setting up your coupon campaign? Reach out to our support team, or start experimenting in the Coupons tab today!