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What is payback period?

Payback period is how long it takes for a customer's gross profit to repay what it cost to acquire them.

Shorter payback lets you reinvest in acquisition faster. Subscription apps often target payback inside three to twelve months, depending on funding.

Related terms

  • CAC (customer acquisition cost)
  • LTV (lifetime value)

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