Rebates and promotions

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.

Updated February 24, 2026 Video

Step-by-Step Instructions

Create a New Promotion

  1. Click Promotions in the left-hand sidebar.
    • This tab combines both rebates and promotions.
  2. Click the Promotions sub-tab at the top of the page.
  3. Click New Promotion in the top right corner.
  4. Select the products you want the promotion to apply to:
    • Filter by Category
    • Filter by Modality
    • Filter by Design
    • Or manually select individual products
  5. Set the minimum quantity required for the promotion (if applicable).
    • Example: 4 boxes minimum.
  6. Choose the discount type:
    • Percentage discount (e.g., 10% off)
    • Dollar amount discount (e.g., $20 off)
  7. Enter a clear Promotion Name.
    • This helps you identify it later (e.g., “Spring Sale 2026”).
  8. (Optional) Set a Start Date and End Date:
    • If left blank, the promotion will run indefinitely.
    • If dates are set, the promotion will automatically activate and deactivate based on those dates.
  9. Click Save.

Activate or Deactivate a Promotion

  1. Go to Promotions in the left-hand sidebar.
  2. Locate the promotion in your list.
  3. Use the toggle switch to activate or deactivate it instantly.

How Promotions Appear to Patients

  • Discounts are automatically reflected in the per-box pricing breakdown on your webstore.
  • The adjusted pricing is clearly displayed during checkout.
  • No manual application is required.

To increase visibility:

  • Add a Promotional Banner to your webstore describing the offer.
  • Navigate to the provided link within the Promotions page to set this up.

View Promotion Redemptions

To track performance:

  1. Go to Promotions.
  2. Open the specific promotion.
  3. View the redemption log to see:
    • Which orders used the promotion
    • Redemption dates
    • Performance over time

This helps you measure effectiveness and follow up if needed.

Important Notes

  • Promotions are different from:
    • Manufacturer Rebates (automatically detected and managed separately)
    • Product-Level Volume Discounts (configured inside the Products module)
  • Promotions can be reused:
    • Simply update the start and end dates for recurring sales.
  • If multiple discounts apply, ensure you review how pricing appears in your store before launching publicly.
  • Promotions only apply to the products and conditions you define.

When to Contact Support

  • If a promotion is not displaying correctly on your webstore
  • If discounts appear incorrect at checkout
  • If you need help configuring complex eligibility rules

Please submit a support ticket and include the name of the promotion and affected product(s).