Net Promoter Score

Net Promoter Score (NPS)

Net Promoter Score (NPS) measures how likely customers are to recommend your brand to others. Here’s everything you need to know: what it is, why it matters, how to calculate it, and how to improve it!

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What is Net Promoter Score?

Net Promoter Score (NPS) is a customer loyalty metric based on a single question: “How likely are you to recommend our product or service to others?” It categorizes respondents into Promoters, Passives, and Detractors.

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Why Is Net Promoter Score Important?

NPS provides a quick, reliable snapshot of customer sentiment. It helps you measure loyalty, identify potential churn risks, and understand how your brand experience translates into customer advocacy.

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How to Calculate Net Promoter Score

To calculate NPS, subtract the percentage of Detractors (scores 0–6) from the percentage of Promoters (scores 9–10). Passives (scores 7–8) are not counted in the formula.

NPS = % of Promoters − % of Detractors

How to Calculate Net Promoter Score

The Net Promoter Score Formula:

NPS = % of Promoters − % of Detractors

Example of Net Promoter Score in Action

If 60% of your customers are Promoters, 25% are Passives, and 15% are Detractors, your NPS would be 45 (60 – 15). This indicates strong customer loyalty and a good likelihood of referrals.

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OWOX BI helps you track NPS over time, segment scores by customer groups, and uncover patterns that impact satisfaction. Use this data to reduce churn, increase referrals, and build stronger relationships.

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What Is a Good Net Promoter Score?

What Is a Good Net Promoter Score?

A good NPS varies by industry, but generally, a score of 30 or above is considered solid. Scores above 50 indicate excellent customer satisfaction and loyalty.

What Is a Bad Net Promoter Score?

What Is a Bad Net Promoter Score?

An NPS below 0 indicates more Detractors than Promoters. This could signal poor product experience, service issues, or misalignment with customer expectations.

Best Practices for Net Promoter Score

Close the Feedback Loop

Reach out to Detractors and Passives to understand pain points, resolve issues, and show that their feedback matters.

Turn Promoters Into Advocates

Encourage happy customers to leave reviews, refer others, or join loyalty programs that reward brand promotion.

Track NPS by Segment

Break down your NPS by product line, region, or customer type to pinpoint where you’re exceeding or falling short.

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Common Mistakes to Avoid with Net Promoter Score

Don’t rely on NPS alone – combine it with qualitative feedback. Avoid asking too frequently, and be sure to follow up with actions based on customer responses.

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