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Customer Lifetime Value Calculator

Calculate how much revenue each customer is worth over time and determine the maximum you should spend to acquire new ones.

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Customer Lifetime Value

CLV After Margin

Monthly Value

Max Acquisition Cost (1/3 Rule)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is customer lifetime value (CLV)?

Customer lifetime value is the total revenue a business can expect from a single customer over the entire duration of their relationship. It helps ecommerce businesses decide how much to spend on acquiring and retaining customers.

How do I calculate customer lifetime value?

The basic CLV formula is: CLV = Average Order Value x Purchase Frequency x Customer Lifespan. For a more accurate picture, multiply by your gross margin percentage to get CLV after costs.

How much should I spend to acquire a customer?

A common rule of thumb is to spend no more than one-third of your CLV on customer acquisition. If your CLV after margin is $240, your maximum recommended CAC would be $80. This ensures profitability while scaling.

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