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Order Frequency

How often an active buyer places orders in a given period.

What it is

Order Frequency measures how often a typical active buyer purchases within a period, a core input to lifetime value. Rising frequency signals that buyers treat your marketplace as a habit rather than a one-off. Loyalty programs, dependable supply, and well-timed re-engagement all push it up, compounding revenue from buyers you have already paid to acquire.

Formula

Order Frequency = Total Number of Orders ÷ Number of Active Buyers