Duplicating Campaigns
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Duplicating campaigns creates an exact copy of an existing campaign that you can modify. This saves time when creating similar promotions and helps maintain consistency across your campaigns.
When to Duplicate #
Duplication is useful for:
- Recurring promotions: Copy last month’s sale for this month
- Similar campaigns: Create category-specific versions of a store-wide sale
- Testing variations: A/B test different discount amounts
- Template campaigns: Keep a “template” draft to duplicate as needed
- Historical reference: Duplicate an expired campaign to run it again
How to Duplicate #
From Campaign List #
- Go to SC Discounts → Campaigns
- Hover over the campaign you want to copy
- Click “Duplicate” in the row actions
- The Campaign Wizard opens with copied values
- Modify as needed and save
From Overview Panel #
- Click campaign name to open overview panel
- Click “Duplicate” button
- Wizard opens with copied values
What Gets Duplicated #
| Setting | Copied? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Campaign Name | Yes | Appended with ” (Copy)” |
| Description | Yes | Exact copy |
| Priority | Yes | Same priority level |
| Product Selection | Yes | Same products/criteria |
| Discount Type | Yes | Same configuration |
| Discount Value | Yes | Same amounts/tiers |
| Badge Settings | Yes | Same colors, text, position |
| Schedule Dates | No | Reset to empty (must set new dates) |
| Recurring Pattern | Yes | Pattern copied, dates cleared |
| Status | No | Always starts as Draft |
| Analytics Data | No | New campaign starts fresh |
What Doesn’t Get Duplicated #
- Schedule dates: You must set new start/end dates
- Status: Copy always starts as Draft
- Campaign ID: New unique ID assigned
- Analytics: No historical data transfers
- Activity log: New log for the copy
After Duplicating #
The wizard opens with pre-filled values. Typical changes to make:
- Update the name: Remove ” (Copy)” and use a descriptive name
- Set new dates: Schedule section will require dates
- Review all settings: Step through the wizard to confirm everything
- Adjust as needed: Change discount, products, or other settings
- Launch or save: Publish or save as draft
Duplication Examples #
Monthly Newsletter Sale #
Original: "January Newsletter 15% Off" (expired) Action: Duplicate Changes: - Name: "February Newsletter 15% Off" - Start: Feb 1, End: Feb 3 Result: Same promotion, new dates
Category Variations #
Original: "Summer Sale - All Products - 20% off" Action: Duplicate twice Copy 1: - Name: "Summer Sale - Electronics - 25% off" - Products: Electronics category only - Discount: 25% Copy 2: - Name: "Summer Sale - Clothing - 30% off" - Products: Clothing category only - Discount: 30% Result: Three targeted campaigns from one base
Testing Different Discounts #
Original: "Product Launch - 15% off" Action: Duplicate Changes: - Name: "Product Launch - Test 20%" - Discount: 20% - Products: Subset of original products Result: Can compare performance of different discount levels
Creating Campaign Templates #
Use duplication to create reusable templates:
Setup #
- Create a campaign with your standard settings
- Save as Draft (don’t publish)
- Name it clearly: “TEMPLATE – Weekend Sale”
Usage #
- Duplicate the template
- Update name, dates, and any specifics
- Launch when ready
- Template remains as draft for future use
Template Ideas #
- “TEMPLATE – Flash Sale” — 24-hour, high discount
- “TEMPLATE – Weekend Deal” — Friday-Sunday pattern
- “TEMPLATE – Category Clearance” — End-of-season structure
- “TEMPLATE – BOGO Promotion” — Buy one get one setup
Duplicating Recurring Campaigns #
When duplicating a recurring campaign:
- Pattern copied: Daily/weekly/monthly settings transfer
- Dates cleared: Must set new start date for pattern
- End condition copied: “After X occurrences” or end date setting
Example #
Original: Weekly weekend sale, every Saturday-Sunday, indefinite Duplicate: Same weekly pattern Changes needed: Set first occurrence start date Result: New recurring campaign with same pattern
Best Practices #
- Clear naming: Immediately update the name to avoid confusion
- Don’t forget dates: The most common mistake is not setting new dates
- Review before launch: Walk through all steps to verify settings
- Maintain templates: Keep template campaigns updated with current best practices
- Document copies: Note in description if based on another campaign
Troubleshooting #
Duplicate button not showing #
- Verify you have administrator permissions
- Check if campaign list is loading correctly
- Try refreshing the page
Copy missing some settings #
- Schedule dates intentionally don’t copy
- Verify original campaign had those settings saved
- Some settings may be Pro-only features
Can’t save duplicated campaign #
- Ensure schedule dates are set (required)
- Check for validation errors on each step
- Review health score for issues
Updated on February 14, 2026
