Your Newsletter Subscription Page: A Complete Guide

Welcome! This guide will walk you through the process of customizing your newsletter subscription page. We'll explore each section of the page and how you can tailor it to create an engaging signup experience for your readers.

Understanding Your Subscription Page Structure

Your subscription page is made up of several key components that work together to convert visitors into subscribers. Let's start by understanding the main sections you'll be working with:

The Main Subscribe Page

This is your front door – the first thing potential subscribers see. It includes a compelling header, description, signup form, and a mobile preview showing what your newsletter looks like.

The Preference Page

After someone signs up, they'll see this page where they can select their interests and customize their newsletter experience. This helps ensure they receive content they're truly interested in.

The Share Page

This optional section lets you create a referral system where subscribers can share your newsletter with friends in exchange for bonus content.

The Thank You Page

The final stop in the subscription journey, where you can connect with new subscribers and share your social media presence.

Customizing Your Subscribe Page

Let's walk through how to access and modify each element of your subscription page.

Accessing the Dashboard

First, head to your dashboard and click the "Convert" tab. You'll see several sections:

• Convert
• Subscribe page
• Archive page

Select "Subscribe page" to begin customizing.

Working with Domain Setup

Your subscription page needs a web address where readers can find it. Here's how to set this up:

1. Look for the "Domain Setup" section
2. To create a new subscription link:
   • Type your preferred name in the field
   • Click "Create Page"
   • Refresh your dashboard
   • Look for your new link under "Manage Domains"

Remember to include the full URL format when updating: start with "https://" followed by your domain name.

Customizing the Homepage

The homepage is where you'll make most of your visual customizations:

Header and Description

• Find the header section at the top
• You can modify the title (keeping in mind character limits)
• Update the description to explain what subscribers will receive

Signup Button While you can't change the name and email field labels, you can customize the signup button text to match your style.

Mobile Preview Section The right side of your page shows a mobile preview. Here you can customize:

• Featured image
• Featured article header
• Featured article introduction
• Headlines (up to three)
• Background image (optional)

Creating the Perfect Preference Page

The preference page helps subscribers customize their experience. To edit topics:

1. Navigate to the "Create" tab
2. Find your existing topics
3. Click on any topic to edit its title
4. To add new topics:
   • Click the "New Section" button
   • Enter your topic details
   • Save your changes

These topics will automatically appear on your preference page, letting subscribers choose their interests.

Setting Up the Share Page (Optional)

The share page is a powerful tool for growing your audience. Here's how to configure it:

1. Toggle the share page feature on
2. Customize:
   • Page introduction
   • Header
   • Title and description
   • Call-to-action text
   • Number of friend referrals needed (up to 5)
   • Bonus content or downloadable links

Designing Your Thank You Page

Make your thank you page welcoming and engaging:

1. Customize the success message
2. Add your social media links:
   • Just add your usernames
   • The system will automatically create the full URLs
3. Include any additional HTML content if needed

Important Things to Keep in Mind

Template Limitations

Our subscription page is intentionally templated based on extensive testing. While you can't change certain elements (like making text centered or removing specific components), this design has proven most effective for growing newsletter audiences.

Update Timing

After saving changes, allow 15 minutes to 24 hours for updates to appear on your live page. Use the preview function to check your changes before saving.

Testing Your Changes

Always use the preview function before saving changes to ensure everything looks exactly as you want it. This helps you avoid any unexpected issues on your live page.

Best Practices for Success

1. Keep your titles clear and compelling, working within the character limits
2. Use engaging featured images that represent your newsletter's content
3. Write descriptive topic names that clearly convey what subscribers will receive
4. Test your share page bonus content to ensure all downloads and links work properly
5. Regularly review and update your preview content to keep it fresh and relevant

Remember, while the template may seem restrictive, it's designed based on extensive testing to maximize subscriber conversion. Each element has been carefully chosen to create the most effective subscription experience possible.

Need help or have questions about customizing specific elements? Don't hesitate to reach out to our support team for guidance. We're here to help you create the most effective subscription page for your newsletter.

To help you get started, here is a video guide for your reference: https://www.loom.com/share/96d9bb732deb49c9ab149ba715a55624