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Truth: Content Isn't King

Truth: Content Isn't King

Why User Experience Drives Conversions More than Content

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Meghan Donnelly
Oct 29, 2024
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While great content is essential, it’s only one piece of the puzzle.

The real hero of conversion success is User Experience.

Here’s the thing…

No matter how well-written or informative your content is, poor user experience can drive visitors away before they even read it.

People don’t just want great content.

They need an easy, enjoyable experience to engage with it.

Here are 4 reasons why UX drives conversions —and what you can do about it:

  1. First Impressions Matter
    You have about 50 milliseconds to make an impression on a visitor. If the design, page layout, or usability feels clunky, you’ll lose them—no matter how good the content is.

  2. Fewer Steps = More Conversions
    Great UX reduces the friction between visitors and the actions you want them to take, whether that’s signing up for a newsletter, downloading a freebie, or making a purchase. UX is all about simplicity: the fewer clicks and steps, the better.

  3. Content Can't Save a Frustrating Interface
    Even if you write the most persuasive copy, i…

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