While anyone can create lead capture pages in theory, not every page
is created equally. These pages must be well-designed, easy to navigate and
packed with information that will entice visitors to leave their contact
information for continuous follow up and conversion.
Design
The first thing that must be considered when it comes to designing
lead capture pages is the overall design. Most pages should follow a template
that includes a headline, content, opt-in form, call to action and conclusion.
The fonts used should be large and easy to read, and colors that may strain the
eye should always be avoided. The layout of the page should be clean and
professional in order to allow visitors to find the information they need. If
information is scattered or hard to find, it is likely that visitors will leave
the site and search for the answers they need elsewhere. Finally, if images are
used in the content, they should always be clearly labeled and relevant to the
text.
Content
The actual text that is included on lead capture pages should be
informational and helpful without giving too much away. Remember, the point is
to entice visitors to want to learn more, and the only way they can do this is
by entering their information into the opt-in form. The content should provide
a list of benefits that is associated with the product being sold or the
benefits of becoming a distributor. However, it is important to let the reader
know that these benefits will be expanded upon after they have provided basic
information about themselves.
Call to Action
Lead capture pages are ineffective without a powerful call to
action, so it is important to include this several times throughout the page.
Even so, it is best to avoid using phrases like “submit” or “enter” because
these may actually deter visitors from providing their information. Instead,
phrases like “act now” or “get started today” may be more effective because
they create a sense of urgency in the mind of the reader. After all, the entire
point behind the page is to collect the reader’s information so that a welcome
letter and follow-up communications can be sent to him or her via email or
another method—such as postal mail—if it is better for the company’s particular
industry.
Opt-In Form
The final thing to consider when creating lead capture pages is the
opt-in form itself. There are a few key points to remember when the form is
being developed. First, it is important to never ask for more information than
is absolutely necessary. A reader who feels as if he or she is being asked for
too much information is likely to skip this step altogether. The form should be
easy to locate, quite large, and formatted in a font and style that is
professional and pleasing to the eye. Most of the time, simply asking for a
first and last name as well as an email address is sufficient.