10 Best Klaviyo Flow Examples: Copy-Paste to Boost Sales 320%

Email marketing automation is the engine of e-commerce growth. On average, it drives an ROI of $42 for every $1 spent.
With Klaviyo, you can create "Flows" that work 24/7 to:
- ✓Nurture new leads
- ✓Recover abandoned carts
- ✓Turn one-time buyers into loyal VIPs
In this guide (updated for 2026), we reveal the 10 essential Klaviyo flows that consistently drive the biggest revenue lift for ecommerce stores — what each flow does, when to send it, and the benchmarks to expect.
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The 10 Best Klaviyo Flows at a Glance (2026)
Here is the full list of essential Klaviyo flows, what triggers each one, how many emails it needs, and the benchmark to aim for. Each is broken down in detail below.
| # | Klaviyo flow | Trigger | Emails | Benchmark to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Welcome Series | New subscriber | 3–5 | 50–60% open · $2–5 RPR |
| 2 | Abandoned Cart | Cart started, not purchased | 3–4 | 10–15% recovery · 10–30× ROI |
| 3 | Browse Abandonment | Viewed product, no add-to-cart | 2 | 25–30% open |
| 4 | Post-Purchase | Order placed | 4 | 60–70% open (highest) |
| 5 | Win-Back | No purchase in 3–6 months | 3 | 10–15% reactivation |
| 6 | Replenishment | Consumable due to run out | 1–2 | 40–50% open |
| 7 | VIP & Loyalty | Spend/order threshold met | Ongoing | Top 10% ≈ 50% of revenue |
| 8 | Sunset | Sustained non-engagement | 3 | Protects deliverability |
| 9 | Back-in-Stock | Sold-out item restocked | 1 | 60–70% open |
| 10 | Price Drop | Viewed item drops in price | 1 | High purchase intent |
New to Klaviyo? Start with the Core 4 — Welcome, Abandoned Cart, Post-Purchase, and Browse Abandonment — which drive roughly 80% of total flow revenue, then layer the rest in as your list grows.
Why Klaviyo Automation Matters
Flows are pre-built email sequences triggered by behavior. Unlike newsletters (which you send manually), flows run in the background.
The Impact:
- ✓Far more revenue per send than one-off broadcast emails
- ✓Higher conversion rates, because they're triggered by real buying behavior
- ✓Lower cost per acquisition — built once, then running automatically 24/7
1. Welcome Series: The First Impression
Goal: Convert new subscribers into first-time buyers. Performance: 50-60% Open Rate | $2-5 Revenue Per Recipient (RPR)
The Strategy (3-5 Emails):
- ✓Immediate Welcome: Deliver the discount code instantly. Introduction to the brand story.
- ✓Social Proof: 2 days later. Showcase reviews, press mentions, and happy customers.
- ✓Product Education: 4 days later. "How to use" guides or best-seller highlights.
- ✓Urgency: 6 days later. "Your code expires in 24 hours!"
- ✓Soft Check-in: 8 days later. "We're here if you have questions."
2. Abandoned Cart: The Money Maker
Goal: Recover lost sales from high-intent buyers. Performance: 10-15% Recovery Rate | 10-30x ROI
69% of online carts are abandoned. This flow brings them back.
The Strategy (3-4 Emails):
- ✓The Nudge: 1 hour later. "Did you forget something?" Simple reminder.
- ✓The Objection Handler: 6 hours later. "Free Shipping on your order." (If applicable).
- ✓The Urgency: 24 hours later. "Your cart is expiring."
- ✓The Founder's Note: 3 days later. Plain text email asking if they had technical issues.
3. Browse Abandonment: The Window Shoppers
Goal: Engage visitors who looked but didn't add to cart. Performance: 25-30% Open Rate | High Volume
These customers are "just looking." Your job is to be helpful, not pushy.
The Strategy (2 Emails):
- ✓Helpful Reminder: 4 hours later. "Saw you looking at [Product]. It's a great choice."
- ✓Social Proof: 24 hours later. "See what others say about [Product]."
4. Post-Purchase: The Loyalty Builder
Goal: Turn a buyer into a repeat customer. Performance: 60-70% Open Rate (Highest Engagement)
The sale isn't the end; it's the beginning.
The Strategy (4 Emails):
- ✓Thank You & Confirm: Immediate. Transactional + Brand Voice.
- ✓Shipping Update: When shipped. Build excitement.
- ✓Product Care/Tips: 3 days after delivery. Add value before asking for anything.
- ✓Review Request: 14 days later. "How did we do?"
5. Win-Back: The Re-Engagement
Goal: Reactivate customers who haven't bought in 3-6 months. Performance: 10-15% Reactivation Rate
The Strategy (3 Emails):
- ✓We Miss You: "It's been a while." Offer a small incentive (10% OFF).
- ✓What's New: "Look what we've added." Showcase new arrivals.
- ✓Last Chance: "Is this goodbye?" Deeper discount (20% OFF) or unsubscribe link.
6. Replenishment: The Recurring Revenue
Goal: Remind customers to restock consumables (skincare, supplements, pet food). Performance: 40-50% Open Rate | High Conversion
The Logic: If a bottle lasts 30 days, send a reminder on Day 25.
7. VIP & Loyalty: The Red Carpet
Goal: Reward your top 10% of customers (who promote 50% of revenue).
Triggers:
- ✓Spent > $500
- ✓Ordered > 3 times
Rewards:
- ✓Early access to sales
- ✓Exclusive products
- ✓Personal thank you videos
8. Sunset: The List Cleaner
Goal: Identify unengaged subscribers and stop emailing them.
Why? sending to people who don't open hurts your Deliverability. If Gmail sees low engagement, they send you to Spam.
The Strategy:
- ✓Are you still there?
- ✓Update your preferences.
- ✓Goodbye & Unsubscribe.
9. Back-in-Stock: The Hype Machine
Goal: Notify customers when a sold-out item returns. Performance: 60-70% Open Rate
This is high-intent gold. They asked for this notification.
The Email: "It's Back! [Product] is available now. Hurry, low stock."
10. Price Drop: The Deal Hunter
Goal: Notify window shoppers when a product they viewed goes on sale.
Trigger:
- ✓Customer viewed Product A.
- ✓Product A price drops by > $5.
- ✓Action: Send email "Good news! The item you wanted is on sale."
Conclusion: Start with the Core 4
Don't get overwhelmed. Start with these four:
- ✓Welcome Series
- ✓Abandoned Cart
- ✓Post-Purchase
- ✓Browse Abandonment
Ready to implement these? Contact our Klaviyo Team for a full audit.
