Best practices for creating attractive product pages

Creating attractive product pages is essential for any e-commerce business. Not only do they play a crucial role in converting visitors into customers, but they also help with natural search engine optimisation (SEO). In this article, we will examine the best practices for creating product pages that captivate and convert.

Why attractive product pages are essential

Attractive product pages do more than describe products; they sell. They are the virtual showcase of your products and must answer the questions and expectations of consumers.

A poorly put-together, messy and vague product page will not sell — quite the opposite: it will drive your visitors away. It is therefore essential to take care of them, to optimise them for SEO and for conversion.

Impact on conversion rate

A well-designed product page improves the conversion rate. Complete and engaging product pages can increase sales by up to 20%. Carefully optimised visual and textual elements attract customers and encourage them to complete their purchase.

Improving natural search engine optimisation (SEO)

Well-written product pages incorporating relevant keywords improve your visibility in search engines. According to a study by HubSpot, pages optimised for SEO have a 55% higher chance of appearing at the top of search results.

To put it simply (but we will come back to this), you need good content (text and images). That said, don’t write 2,500 words for a pair of socks on which you have 20 cents of margin. Unless you plan to sell millions of them!

The key elements of an attractive product page

To create a captivating product page, certain elements are essential. Here are the main components to consider:

Product title

The product title is often the first thing the customer sees. It must be clear, concise and informative.

Ideally, it should be positioned at the top left of the page, and be short enough to remain readable, while including the essential keywords.

Very often, on most content management systems, the title of the product page is the product name itself. You will therefore need to find a balance between a catchy title that is not too long (to avoid “polluting” category pages that will contain your product listings).

Using relevant keywords

Including relevant keywords in the title helps attract more visitors through search engines. For example, “Lightweight running shoes for men” is more effective than “Running shoes”.

To know exactly what to include, you will need to carry out a keyword audit. You can find tools such as Ahrefs or SEMrush that will help you determine the most searched terms and examine the competition around those phrases.

Ideal length

A good title should be long enough to be descriptive, but short enough to remain readable. Ideally, aim for between 50 and 60 characters. Note that on most CMS platforms (WooCommerce, Prestashop), you can have a custom title tag for your product page. Again, 50–60 characters are sufficient.

Product description

Your product description must capture attention and persuade. It must not only inform, but also seduce.

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Ideally, you need two descriptions: a short one, used at the top of the page, and a longer one used in a secondary reading area.

The short description allows you to quickly inform the user, and to present semantically relevant content above the fold (the bottom of your screen): this is the area that matters most to a search engine.

Highlighting product benefits

Rather than simply listing technical features, highlight how those features benefit the user. For example, instead of “4000mAh battery”, use “Enjoy 24 hours of continuous use thanks to its powerful 4000mAh battery”.

What will be tricky here is standardising this type of hook, or even making them available as templates. You will need to learn the basics of HTML and CSS for this, unless you have a good developer at hand…

Using bullet points for readability

Bullet points make key information easy to digest. Here is a good example:

• Ergonomic design for optimal comfort
• Long-lasting autonomy with built-in battery
• Compatible with various accessories

Always think about offering several levels of reading, so that users can browse your content quickly, or conversely, give them the opportunity to spend more time on it.

Integrating secondary keywords

Add secondary keywords to enrich the content without making the main text heavier. This also helps with SEO. Typically, this means being “verbose” — putting plenty of text in the content.

Don’t “force” the text, write naturally, and everything should be optimised as it should be…

Quality images and videos

Visuals play a major role in the purchase decision. They must be attractive and of high quality.

The importance of high-quality visuals

Clear and professional images increase the credibility and appeal of the product. Consumers tend to ignore product pages with blurry or poorly lit photos.

Be careful about loading times, however, if you have not lazy-loaded the images. On most CMS platforms this is native, but some slightly dated templates may not include this valuable feature that only loads an image when the user brings it into the viewport.

Using multiple viewing angles

Displaying the product from different angles helps customers better visualise what they are buying. It also reduces product returns due to unpleasant surprises upon receipt. For a piece of clothing, for example, you could offer a front view, a back view, or a side view.

Including demonstration videos

Videos offer an additional dimension, allowing the product to be seen in action. They also increase engagement and time spent on the page.

Technical specifications and features

Technical details must be clear and precise, tailored to each product. Personally, I love data tables, which make it possible to present technical features clearly and concisely: they qualify the entire product page, can be created easily with CSV import solutions, and offer the ability to quickly find a product with faceted filters on category pages…

Precise and verifiable details

Make sure all specifications are accurate and thoroughly verified. Errors can damage your credibility. Normally, if you retrieve the supplier’s spreadsheet, there should be no problem.

SEO optimisation of your product pages

For your product pages to stand out and reach a wider audience, it is essential to optimise them for search engines. Here are some essential practices.

Optimised meta tags and SEO titles

Meta tags and SEO titles play a crucial role in attracting the attention of search engines while encouraging users to click on your pages. If you have followed the advice in the previous section, you should already have optimised meta tags and titles.

But it costs nothing to check: software such as Screaming Frog or SEMrush can produce a comprehensive spreadsheet containing all the meta tags and titles of your product pages. This will allow you to verify that all titles are properly integrated and that meta tags are correctly configured.

Writing descriptive meta tags

Meta descriptions should be concise, informative and enticing. They must summarise the content of your product page while integrating strategic keywords.

Note that they are not read by search engines, but by users, on the SERP (search engine results page). So, as a side effect, they will still impact your SEO, because a well-written meta description will boost your click-through rate (CTR).

James’s tip: use the meta description to present a promo code, for example a 10% discount on the first order, or a free shipping offer…

Creating catchy SEO titles

An effective SEO title contains relevant keywords and encourages action. For example, instead of “Running shoes”, go for “Lightweight running shoes for women – Comfort and Performance”.

Pay close attention to length: 50 to 60 characters is a good average. Your title tag must not be more than 512 pixels wide, otherwise it will be truncated by search engines.

Using ALT tags for images

ALT tags allow search engines to understand the content of your images, which improves search rankings. Don’t expect a massive boost, but know that it contributes to the overall quality of your site.

Prioritise clear and descriptive descriptions. For example:

• For an image showing a phone: “Android smartphone with 6.5-inch OLED screen”
• For a smartwatch: “Black smartwatch with silicone strap”

To see just how subtle search engines can be with this tag, type “anchovy pizza” into Google, go to the “images” section, and look for the odd one out…

Search engine-friendly URLs

Well-structured URLs are easier for search engines to read and allow them to better understand the content of the page. So avoid automatically generated CMS URLs and create short, descriptive URLs where possible.

Make sure to include relevant keywords in your URLs to improve their readability and relevance for search engines.

UX best practices for an attractive product page

The quality of the user experience (UX) directly influences conversion rates. A well-thought-out product page allows the user to quickly find the information they are looking for.

This is the whole paradox of UX: the user must find what they are looking for quickly. While also spending as long as possible on the site… It will sometimes be difficult to reconcile the two, so if in doubt, always prioritise ease of use for the end user (human).

Easy and intuitive navigation

To keep the user on your page, navigation must be as smooth and pleasant as possible. You can use the following tools and features.

Adding categories and filters

Use filters to help customers easily find what they are looking for. Clear categories make it easier for users.

On Prestashop, the indispensable “Advanced Search 5” does the job very well.

Tags and similar products

Tags allow users to easily find similar products. Just like listings of “related products in the same category”, they help users find identical products quickly and easily.

Mobile device optimisation

With a growing share of purchases made on mobile, your product pages must be perfectly optimised for these devices. This includes a responsive design, adaptive images and smooth touch navigation.

And of course, fast loading times. Again, you can use tools like Lighthouse to help you optimise your site.

Effective call to action (CTA)

Calls to action are essential for converting visits into sales. Be as explicit as possible and present clear and effective Calls to Action…

Strategic CTA placement

Place your CTAs in highly visible locations, such as at the top of the page or near product descriptions. It must catch the user’s eye!

Using action-driving phrases

Phrases such as “Buy now”, “Add to cart” or “Take advantage of this offer” push users to take action.

Conclusion and summary of key points

Creating attractive product pages requires a careful approach, combining keyword relevance, visual quality, and smooth user experience. A well-written and optimised page can make all the difference in terms of conversion and visibility. This is the level of care we apply from the very first step of creating an e-commerce store, where every product page is designed to sell.

Progressively integrate these best practices, analyse the performance of your pages and adjust them based on user feedback!