Audience targeting in customer acquisition is the process of identifying and reaching specific groups of potential customers who are most likely to be interested in a product or service. It involves using data and insights to tailor marketing efforts to these groups to increase the chances of converting them into customers.
Synonyms: target audience, customer targeting, market segmentation, audience segmentation

Audience targeting helps businesses focus their marketing resources on the most relevant potential customers, improving the efficiency and effectiveness of customer acquisition campaigns. By targeting the right audience, companies can increase conversion rates, reduce marketing costs, and build stronger customer relationships.
Marketers use audience targeting by analyzing demographics, behaviors, interests, and other data points to segment potential customers. This segmentation allows for personalized marketing messages and offers that resonate with each group, leading to higher engagement and better acquisition results.
Examples include targeting ads to specific age groups on social media, using location data to reach local customers, or focusing on users who have shown interest in similar products. Businesses might also use retargeting to reach people who have previously interacted with their website or app.