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Landing Page Structure

Build landing pages using this proven 6-section structure. Each section has a specific purpose in the conversion journey.

The 6 Sections

1. Hero Section (Above the Fold)
2. Features & Benefits
3. Additional Social Proof
4. FAQ (Handle Objections)
5. Final Call to Action
6. Footer

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1. Hero Section

The most critical section. If this fails, visitors won't scroll further.

Required Elements

| Element | Purpose | Copy Guidance | | ---------------- | -------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Title | Explain the VALUE you provide | Don't just describe what you do—explain what happens when they use it. "Generate more traffic" > "Marketing agency" | | Subtitle | Explain HOW the value is created | Include the method and optionally WHO it's for. "We building high-converting websites for small businesses" | | Visual | Help them imagine the outcome | Show product in use, the experience, or the person behind the service | | Social Proof | Make claims believable | Logos, numbers ("5,000 customers"), years in business | | CTA | Tell them what to do next | One clear action: "Get Started", "Book a Call", "Buy Now" |

Hero Copy Formula

Title: [Value/Outcome they get]
Subtitle: [How you deliver it] + [Who it's for]
CTA: [Specific next action]

Examples

Stripe:

• Title: "Payment infrastructure for the internet"
• Subtitle: "Millions of companies of all sizes from startups to Fortune 500 use Stripe"
• Visual: Shows analytics dashboard AND customer checkout experience

Service Provider:

• Title: "Double your website conversions in 90 days"
• Subtitle: "Strategic copywriting for B2B SaaS companies"
• Visual: Photo of the person (helps visualize who they're hiring)
• Social Proof: "Work completed for [brand logos]"

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2. Features & Benefits

Deliver on the promise made in the hero. Explain HOW it works.

Features vs Benefits

| Type | Definition | Example (Tesla) | | ----------- | ---------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------- | | Feature | Technical specs, what it has | "200 mph top speed", "120 horsepower" | | Benefit | What happens when you use it | "Stay connected anywhere", "Immersive sound experience" |

The Mario Principle

The feature is "we have a flower." The benefit is "you can throw fireballs."

Always connect features TO benefits. Don't just list specs—explain what those specs mean for the user.

Structure Options

Short format: 3-4 key benefits with icons Long format: Detailed feature sections with visuals

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3. Additional Social Proof

Reinforce credibility after explaining how it works.

Types

• Logos: Companies you've worked with
• Testimonials: Quotes from customers (with photos/names)
• Numbers: "10,000+ customers", "$2M saved for clients"
• Case studies: Brief success stories
• Press mentions: "As seen in..."

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4. FAQ Section

Handle objections before they become reasons not to buy.

Purpose

A landing page is a sales presentation without a live salesperson. FAQs predict and answer the questions that would prevent purchase.

Identifying Objections

Think about why someone might NOT buy:

• Price concerns
• Trust issues
• Technical questions
• Timing doubts
• Comparison to alternatives

Format

**Q: [Common objection phrased as question]**

A: [Direct answer that addresses the concern]

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5. Final Call to Action

Last chance before they leave. Repeat the CTA.

Rules

• Never end the page without a clear next step
• Can include a summary of value proposition
• Often includes urgency or a reminder of the benefit

Format Options

[Headline restating value]
[Brief supporting text]
[CTA Button]

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6. Footer

Organizational element for navigation and legal requirements.

Common Elements

• Site navigation links
• Newsletter signup
• Social media links
• Legal pages (Privacy, Terms)
• Contact information

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Implementation Checklist

When building a landing page, verify each section:

- [ ] Hero: Title explains VALUE, not just what you do
- [ ] Hero: Subtitle explains HOW and/or WHO
- [ ] Hero: Visual helps them imagine the outcome
- [ ] Hero: Social proof makes claims credible
- [ ] Hero: CTA is clear and specific
- [ ] Features: Connected to benefits, not just specs
- [ ] Social Proof: Specific and verifiable
- [ ] FAQ: Addresses real objections
- [ ] Final CTA: Clear next step before they leave
- [ ] Footer: Navigation and legal requirements

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Quick Reference

| Section | Purpose | Key Question to Answer | | ----------------- | ------------------------------ | ------------------------------ | | Hero | Capture attention, state value | "What's in it for me?" | | Features/Benefits | Explain how it works | "How does this deliver value?" | | Social Proof | Build credibility | "Can I trust this?" | | FAQ | Handle objections | "Why shouldn't I buy?" | | Final CTA | Drive action | "What do I do next?" | | Footer | Navigation | "What else is here?" |