What it is
Repeated exposure to a stimulus increases preference for it, even without conscious recall.
How it shows up in CX
Customers tend to favor brands, products, or messages they encounter frequently, leading to brand loyalty and higher trust.
CX pillars it strengthens
ExpectationsEmotions
How to design with it
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Consistent branding.
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Ensure customers see your brand across multiple touchpoints without overwhelming them.
3
Familiarity builds trust.
4
Use subtle, recurring exposure strategies (ads, emails, recommendations) to make products more likable.
5
Reinforce loyalty.
6
Use reminders, retargeting, and consistent messaging to ensure customers remain engaged.
Supporting biases
Familiarity HeuristicProcessing Fluency
Opposing biases
Novelty EffectChoice Overload
Related biases
Behavioral Biases
Design with behavior, not against it.
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