A landing page is one of the key factors to the success of your AdWords campaign. A poor landing page not only drives visitors away but also increases your ad costs due to a low Quality Score. Below is a landing page checklist to help you optimize keywords for maximum results.

Tips for Optimizing Your Landing Page

Tip 1 – Make It Relevant
One common mistake is using your homepage as the landing page. If your ad and homepage aren’t relevant, it’s a fatal mistake. The initial optimization step is simple: ensure the keywords used in your ad also appear on your landing page.

Tip 2 – Highlight Benefits, Not Features
Think about emphasizing the benefits more than the features. For example, if you’re selling shampoo, don’t just say “contains zinc.” Instead, focus on the benefits: “Healthy, shiny hair.” Find the right angle for your visitors and use appropriate language—avoid being too formal.

Tip 3 – Write for Humans, Not Google
A major mistake we often encounter is marketers writing content aimed solely at improving Quality Score or SEO, leading to content that’s hard to read. For instance, compare these two options for a landing page headline:

• “Doxadigital adalah jasa adwords terbaik yang merupakan Google Partner untuk jasa adwords di Jakarta” (Contains keywords like +jasa +adwords +google +partner +terbaik +jakarta, but it sounds awkward)
• “Doxadigital adalah salah satu Google Partner di Jakarta yang menawarkan jasa adwords untuk memberikan hasil terbaik dan terukur sesuai budget anda.” (Clearer, more natural-sounding)

Tip 4 – Don’t Forget the Call-to-Action (CTA)
Some people try not to be too salesy, but phrases like “Sign up now,” “Buy now,” or “Click here to join” have been proven to deliver better results. After all, most of us advertise to make a sale, right? Use contrasting colors for the CTA button and place it “above the fold” (the visible area of your page before scrolling).

Tip 5 – Use Bullet Points
Avoid long paragraphs. Bullet points are a great way to highlight your key offer points and make your content more digestible.

Tip 6 – Include Contact Information
Ensure your contact number is easy to find. This reassures visitors that your business is legitimate and they can easily reach out if needed.

Tip 7 – Use Meta Tags and Titles
Though technical, it’s important to use title tags and meta descriptions containing your keywords. This will help improve your Quality Score.

Tip 8 – Stay Compliant
Follow AdWords guidelines. Use proper menus (avoid pop-ups), and include disclaimers for testimonials. You don’t want your hard work to be hindered by administrative issues. For more details, you can check the AdWords policies.

Tip 9 – Use a Responsive Design
Test your landing page on desktop, tablet, and smartphone platforms. Ensure it looks good and functions well across all devices, as the number of mobile users is growing rapidly.

Tip 10 – Test and Measure Continuously
There’s no “set and forget” formula in internet marketing. Everything requires constant improvement. Use tools like Google Analytics to track visitor behavior on your site. Continuously improve your page’s speed, user experience, and sales effectiveness.

Read Also: 7 Landing Page Mistakes to Avoid

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