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Retail Media & Commerce

Gift with Purchase (GWP)

A promotion that gives shoppers a free item once their order meets a condition, such as a minimum spend.

By Brandon MinaCEO, BrandPilot AIUpdated November 2026

Short answer

Gift with purchase (GWP) is a promotion that gives shoppers a free item once their order meets a condition, such as a minimum spend or purchase of a specific product. It is common in beauty and fashion. GWP can raise order value and introduce products without directly discounting core items.