How to Create a Cohort in Amplitude
- George Apostolov
How to Create a Cohort in Amplitude: step-by-step guide
Go to the top-left corner, then click 'Create'.
Choose 'Cohort' from the list of options.
After that, choose your preferred creation method. In this regard, you may start from scratch, upload a CSV file, or select a pre-designed cohort template.
Set your cohort definition. To get started, click 'Select Condition' and choose one from the given options.
Subsequently, configure the event parameters based on your preferences. One by one, provide all the necessary information to set up your cohort properly.
If necessary, tap 'Add' if you need to set up additional cohorts, event, user property, new user, or propensity.
Finally, tap 'Save' at the top-right corner to run your inout and create the cohort.
Quick answer: To create a cohort in Amplitude, click Create in the top-left corner and choose Cohort. Select your creation method, set your cohort definition by adding conditions and configuring event parameters, add more criteria if needed, and click Save in the top-right corner.
About this Amplitude tutorial
Build user cohorts in Amplitude by setting conditions, configuring parameters, and saving your custom group definition. This guide shows how to create a Cohort in Amplitude in 7 steps, starting with "Go to the top-left corner, then click 'Create'" and finishing with "Finally, tap 'Save' at the top-right corner to run your inout and create the cohort". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Amplitude interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to create a Cohort in Amplitude?
7 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Amplitude data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Amplitude. Related guides: How to Create a Dashboard in Amplitude, How to Create a Notebook in Amplitude and How to Create Custom Metrics in Amplitude. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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