Landing Page Patterns: 12 Sections That Convert Faster
Landing Page Patterns: 12 Sections That Convert Faster
High-performing landing pages aren't clever; they're clear. Your job is to remove decisions and prove outcomes in as few pixels as possible. This guide gives you 12 reusable sections, examples for each, and a QA checklist so you stop shipping sludge and start converting faster.
Core sections
- Promise headline: one sentence tied to a measurable outcome. No puns.
- Subhead for context: who it's for and how it works in 20–30 words.
- Primary CTA: a verb with the outcome (“See pricing”, “Get the template”, “Start a demo”).
- Proof bar: logos, star ratings, short quote. Keep it compact.
- How it works (3 steps): simple, skimmable, with micro-screens or photos.
- Before/after: plain table with “old way” vs “new way.”
- Feature highlights: 3–5 bullets framed as benefits. No fluff adjectives.
- Deeper proof: screenshots with captions that show the value in context.
- Use cases: 2–4 common scenarios; each ends with a micro-CTA.
- FAQ: 4–6 objections resolved in short answers linked to sections.
- Pricing/plan teaser: enough detail to pre-qualify; full pricing page optional.
- Final CTA: same action as top, no new decision tree.
Speed and readability
- Load fast: compress images, defer non-critical scripts, use system fonts if needed.
- Readable: 16–18px body, 28–36px H1, 20–24px H2. Generous line height.
- Contrast and spacing: let elements breathe. If everything shouts, nothing speaks.
Offer alignment
Match your ad copy and LP headlines. If ad says “Cut time to insight by 40%,” the LP better say the same and show how. Mixed offers create drop-off before the form.
QA checklist
- One promise, one path. No detours.
- CTA visible without scrolling on mobile.
- At least one real screenshot or clip, not a mockup fantasy.
- Form friction low; defer complex fields to later.
- Accessibility basics: alt text, focus states, no text in images only.
30-minute rescue plan
Kill two weak sections, rewrite the headline to an outcome, add a proof strip above the fold, and align the CTA with the page's single goal. Most LPs don't need genius; they need fewer choices and better evidence.
FAQ
Do we need video?
Short clips help, but only if they show a specific action that leads to the outcome. Skip cinematic fluff.
Should we hide pricing?
If you sell enterprise deals, maybe. For most PLG/SMB, clarity converts more and reduces wasted demos.