# Flash sale notification for back in stock

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## Before you begin

Not sure where to use this template? Check out [Get started with workflow templates library](/xflow-app/workflows/get-started-with-workflow-templates-library.md)
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## About this template

When a **popular item is back in stock**, create a **time-limited discount code** and send an urgent **notification to customers who subscribed for alerts**. Perfect for creating FOMO.

## Step-by-step guide to set up this template

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### Trigger – Product restock

The workflow starts when a product is restocked and becomes available again.

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📝 Learn more about triggers: [Understanding workflow triggers](/xflow-app/workflows/understanding-workflow-triggers.md)
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### Action – Create discount code

Create a **time-limited flash sale discount code** that will be used specifically for this restock moment. This adds urgency and gives customers a little extra push to buy now.

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📝 Learn more about actions: [Understanding workflow actions](/xflow-app/workflows/understanding-workflow-actions.md)
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### Action – Send email

Send an **urgent flash sale notification email** to customers, highlighting that the product is back and the discount is only available for a short time.

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1. Enter the **email subject**.
2. Select the **email template** that you have prepared in advance.
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If you don’t have an **email template** yet, check out [Create an email template](/xflow-app/email-templates/create-an-email-template.md)

Read more about the **variables** you can use in email: [Available variables in email templates](/xflow-app/email-templates/understanding-personalization-variables-in-email-templates/available-variables-in-email-templates.md)
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That’s it! With this workflow in place, customers are notified the moment an item is restocked, paired with a flash sale to encourage fast action.
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**🌟 Pro Tip:**

* Keep the discount **short-lived** to create real urgency (e.g. “Valid for 24 hours”).
* Use strong subject lines like *“Back in stock — flash sale inside!”* to boost open rates.
* Make sure the discount code is **easy to apply** and clearly visible in the email.
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## Common use cases

The **Flash sale notification for back in stock** workflow template is commonly used when:

* You want to **drive quick sales** as soon as a product is restocked.
* You’re running a **limited-time flash sale** and need to create urgency.
* You want to **re-engage customers** who showed interest in out-of-stock products.
* You want to **clear inventory fast** by combining restock alerts with a time-limited discount.

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