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Ecommerce Checkout Customer Effort Score (CES) Survey

Measures perceived effort across each stage of the online checkout journey using the standard CES framework. Designed for ecommerce teams seeking to identify specific friction points, prioritize UX improvements, and track effort reduction over time.

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Sample Survey Items

Q1
Chat Message
Welcome, and thank you for participating in this survey about your most recent order with us. This survey takes approximately 5 minutes. Your responses are confidential and will be reported only in aggregate to help us improve the ordering experience. There are no right or wrong answers — we simply want your honest opinions. Participation is voluntary, and you may stop at any time. Please answer all questions based on your most recent order.
Q2
Multiple Choice
When was your most recent purchase with us?
  • Within the last 7 days
  • 8–30 days ago
  • 31–90 days ago
  • More than 90 days ago
  • Not sure
Q3
Multiple Choice
How did you place that order?
  • Desktop/laptop website
  • Mobile website (phone browser)
  • Our mobile app
  • Tablet (browser)
  • Other (please specify)
Q4
Multiple Choice
What category best describes your most recent purchase? Select up to 3.
  • Apparel & Accessories
  • Electronics
  • Home & Kitchen
  • Beauty & Personal Care
  • Sports & Outdoors
  • Grocery & Household
  • Toys & Games
  • Other
Q5
Opinion Scale
To what extent do you agree with the following statement: It was easy to place my order.
Range: 1 7
Min: Strongly disagreeMid: NeutralMax: Strongly agree
Q6
Multiple Choice
Approximately how long did it take from finding the item to completing your order?
  • Less than 2 minutes
  • 2–5 minutes
  • 6–10 minutes
  • 11–20 minutes
  • More than 20 minutes
  • I don't remember
Q7
Opinion Scale
How easy or difficult was it to search for and find the item you wanted?
Range: 1 7
Min: Very difficultMid: NeutralMax: Very easy
Q8
Opinion Scale
How easy or difficult was it to understand the product details (description, images, specs)?
Range: 1 7
Min: Very difficultMid: NeutralMax: Very easy
Q9
Opinion Scale
How easy or difficult was it to add items to your cart and review your order?
Range: 1 7
Min: Very difficultMid: NeutralMax: Very easy
Q10
Opinion Scale
How easy or difficult was it to enter your shipping and payment information?
Range: 1 7
Min: Very difficultMid: NeutralMax: Very easy
Q11
Opinion Scale
How easy or difficult was it to complete payment and receive your order confirmation?
Range: 1 7
Min: Very difficultMid: NeutralMax: Very easy
Q12
Multiple Choice
Which of the following, if any, caused friction during your order? Select all that apply.
  • Slow pages or app lag
  • Navigation was hard to use
  • Filters were hard to use
  • Item went out of stock after selection
  • Promo code did not apply
  • Shipping costs were unclear
  • Unexpected fees at checkout
  • Preferred payment method not available
  • Sign-in or password problems
  • Form errors or had to re-enter information
  • Delivery dates were unclear
  • None of the above
Q13
Ranking
Based on your experience, rank these areas from most to least in need of improvement.
Drag to order (top = most important)
  1. Search & discovery
  2. Product details clarity
  3. Pricing & promo transparency
  4. Checkout forms
  5. Payment process
  6. Delivery & shipping options
Q14
Long Text
What one change would have made placing your order easier?
Max chars
Q15
Opinion Scale
How likely are you to order from us again in the next 3 months?
Range: 1 7
Min: Very unlikelyMid: NeutralMax: Very likely
Q16
Opinion Scale
How would you rate your overall satisfaction with the ordering process?
Range: 1 7
Min: Very dissatisfiedMid: NeutralMax: Very satisfied
Q17
Long Text
Based on your responses in this survey, is there anything else you'd like to share about your ordering experience?
Max chars
Q18
AI Interview
We'd like to understand your checkout experience a bit more. An AI moderator will ask a couple of follow-up questions based on your earlier answers.
AI InterviewLength: 2Personality: [Object Object]Mode: Fast
Reference questions: 6
Q19
Dropdown
What is your age?
  • 18–24
  • 25–34
  • 35–44
  • 45–54
  • 55–64
  • 65+
  • Prefer not to say
Q20
Multiple Choice
How do you describe your gender?
  • Woman
  • Man
  • Non-binary
  • Prefer not to say
Q21
Dropdown
Which country or region do you live in?
  • United States
  • United Kingdom
  • Canada
  • Australia
  • Germany
  • France
  • India
  • Brazil
  • Japan
  • Other (please specify)
  • Prefer not to say
Q22
Chat Message
Thank you for your time — your feedback directly helps us improve the ordering experience!

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