Form Response-Based Segmentation in Klaviyo
Form response-based segmentation is a powerful marketing strategy that allows you to personalize your communications and optimize customer engagement. This advanced technique helps you leverage data collected directly from your contacts to create targeted and relevant campaigns. Discover how to effectively implement this segmentation in Klaviyo to transform your marketing approach.
Why Segment Your Audience Based on Form Results?
- Advanced Personalization: Tailor your messages based on the information provided.
- Improved Relevance: Send content that precisely matches expressed interests.
- Increased Conversion Rates: Targeted messages generate up to 3 times more conversions.
- Customer Lifecycle Optimization: Support each contact with adapted communications.
Companies that adopt this strategy see a 20% increase in engagement and a significant improvement in ROI.
Segmentation with the $source Field: Identify the Origin of Your Contacts
Understanding the $source Field in Klaviyo
The $source field automatically captures the origin of a contact's subscription via a form. It allows you to segment your audience based on the specific form used.
- Invisible to the user: Automatically attached to the submission button.
- Metadata collection: Allows you to analyze the effectiveness of your forms.
Step-by-Step Guide: Create a Segment Based on the $source Field
Step 1: Access the Segmentation Module
- Log in to your Klaviyo account.
- In the main menu, click on "Audience" then "Lists & Segments."
Step 2: Initialize a New Segment
- Click on "Create List / Segment."
- Select "Segment" from the dropdown menu.
Step 3: Configure Marketing Permission Criteria
- Select "If someone can receive marketing."
- Choose "can receive" and the desired channel (email, SMS, etc.).
Step 4: Specify the Subscription Method
- Add a sub-condition: "AND" > "Properties about someone."
- Filter by searching for "Source."
- Select the appropriate source.
Step 5: Finalize and Save
- Give your segment a descriptive name.
- Add a description and click "Create Segment."

Advanced Segmentation Based on Form Responses
Beyond contact origin, Klaviyo allows segmentation based on specific form responses.
How Form Responses Become Profile Properties
Responses are stored as custom properties and can be used to segment your audience.
Practical Guide: Create a Segment Based on Form Responses
Step 1: Access the Segmentation Module
- Follow the previous steps to access segment creation.
Step 2: Define Criteria Based on Profile Properties
- Select "Someone's properties."
- Choose a property corresponding to the form question (e.g., "Favorite flavor").
- Define the condition (is, is not, contains, etc.).
- Enter the targeted value (e.g., "Chocolate").

Advanced Personalized Marketing Strategies
1. Targeted Email Campaigns
- Personalized product recommendations.
- Educational content adapted to subscribers' interests.
- Specific promotional offers.
2. Personalized Customer Journeys
- Welcome sequences adapted to the entry point.
- Re-engagement campaigns.
3. Dynamic Content in Emails
- Conditional images and sections based on preferences.
- Variable offers based on form responses.
Best Practices for Effective Segmentation
- Relevant Data Collection: Ask the right questions.
- Property Organization: Adopt clear nomenclature.
- Testing and Optimization: Analyze segment performance.
Conclusion
Segmentation based on form responses is a powerful lever for personalizing your marketing communications and improving customer engagement. By effectively leveraging this data, you can create tailored experiences that meet your subscribers' expectations.
By implementing these techniques, you will transform your forms into true growth engines for your business. Start today and observe the positive impact on engagement, loyalty, and conversion of your contacts.