Instructions

Use this checklist to audit new or existing landing pages for effectiveness.

It’s organized into core pillars: Clarity, Relevance, Trust, UX, and Conversion.

Tip: Run this as a regular review process across performance pages, campaign-specific LPs, and A/B test variants.

1. Clarity & Messaging

Check
Clear headline that communicates the main benefit
Subheadline expands on the value proposition concisely
Copy is written in plain English, without jargon
Focus is on the user’s needs, not internal features
Important information appears above the fold

2. Relevance & Targeting

Check
Page aligns with the campaign/source that led users here
Messaging matches the user’s intent or problem
CTA (call-to-action) matches the offer (e.g. trial, demo, guide)
Segmentation or personalization is applied where possible

3. Trust & Credibility

Check
Logos of trusted clients or media coverage
Relevant testimonials or customer quotes
Proof points (data, stats, use cases) to support claims
Clear privacy, security, or refund information
Certifications or awards if relevant

4. UX & Performance

Check
Mobile responsive with clean layout
Fast loading speed (<2.5s recommended)
Visual hierarchy is intuitive and scannable
Navigation is minimal or removed for focus
Accessibility best practices followed (contrast, alt text, etc.)

5. Conversion Optimization

Check
Strong, visible CTA (button stands out)
CTA is repeated at logical intervals on the page
Lead capture form is short and only asks essential info
Exit-intent or scroll-triggered CTAs are used wisely
Thank you/confirmation flow is optimized and branded

Bonus: Performance Metrics to Monitor

Metric Why It Matters
Bounce Rate Are users finding the page relevant?
Conversion Rate Is the page delivering leads/sales?
Time on Page Are people engaging with the content?
Scroll Depth Are key sections being seen?
A/B Test Results (if any) Which versions or offers perform best?