The Influence of Digital Marketing Ethics Perception on Repurchase Intention of Generation Y Consumers: A Case Study of Online Cosmetics Stores in Kalasin Province

Authors

  • Apisak Namprapakorn Bachelor of Business Administration Program in Marketing Management, Faculty of Administrative Science, Kalasin University
  • Neeracha Nieamsopa Bachelor of Business Administration Program in Marketing Management, Faculty of Administrative Science, Kalasin University
  • Mazuvin Awae Bachelor of Business Administration Program in Marketing Management, Faculty of Administrative Science, Kalasin University
  • Nanthaphat Nonsrimueang Lecturer of Faculty of Administrative Science, Kalasain University
  • Sodchuen Ut-amart Lecturer in Faculty of Administrative Science, Kalasin University

Keywords:

Digital Marketing Ethics, Repurchase Intention, Generation Y, Online Cosmetics Stores

Abstract

This research aims to investigate the relationship between the perception of digital marketing ethics and the repurchase intention of Generation Y consumers in online cosmetics stores in Kalasin Province. The study also explores the impact of digital marketing ethics on their repurchase intention. Data was collected from a sample of 400 Generation Y consumers in Kalasin Province using an online questionnaire. The statistical methods used for data analysis were multiple correlation and multiple regression analysis. The results show that: 1) The perception of digital marketing ethics specifically in marketing communication ethics, product information disclosure, personal data privacy ethics, and corporate social responsibility has a statistically significant positive correlation with the repurchase intention of Generation Y consumers in online cosmetics stores in Kalasin Province (at a 0.05 significance level). 2) The perception of digital marketing ethics, including marketing communication ethics, product information disclosure, personal data privacy ethics, and corporate social responsibility, has a statistically significant positive impact on the repurchase intention of Generation Y consumers in online cosmetics stores in Kalasin Province (at a 0.05 significance level).

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Published

31-08-2025