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What is Net churn?

Definition, examples, and more

Definition

The number of subscribers lost over a given period, adjusted for reactivations. Net churn provides a more complete view of subscription momentum than gross churn and is especially useful for understanding long-term revenue health.

How to Calculate

Net Churn = Gross Churned - Reactivated Subscribers. Net Churn Rate = Net Churn / Starting Subscribers x 100.

Example

A cooking app loses 800 subscribers in March (gross churn) but reactivates 200 through win-back campaigns. Net churn = 600. Net churn rate = 600 / 15,000 = 4%, versus the gross rate of 5.3%.

Why Net churn Matters

Net churn reveals true subscriber momentum. A language app had alarming 7% gross monthly churn but reactivated 2.5% monthly, making net churn 4.5%. Tracking only gross churn would have caused unnecessary panic.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can net churn be negative?

Yes — that means reactivations and expansion revenue exceed losses. Rare but achievable with strong engagement and multi-tier pricing.

Should I focus on gross churn or reactivation?

Reducing gross churn is priority — prevention beats cure. But win-back programs are essential since some churn is inevitable.

How do I track net churn accurately?

Track churned and reactivated subscribers separately. Botsi identifies reactivations by tracking subscription history automatically.

Category
Subscription App Terminology
Related Area
Mobile App Growth & Monetization

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