Glossary / SaaS Product & Business Metrics

What is Activation Rate?

The percentage of signups who complete a key action that proves they have experienced the product's core value. The exact activation event depends on the product.

Definition

The percentage of signups who complete a key action that proves they have experienced the product's core value. The exact activation event depends on the product.

Why it matters

Activation is the bridge between signup and retention, so improving it has outsized revenue impact.

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