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How to Create an Onboarding Page

Design a getting-started guide that helps new users succeed with your product from day one.

Why onboarding pages reduce churn

Users who complete onboarding are 3x more likely to become long-term customers. A clear getting-started guide eliminates confusion, reduces support tickets, and helps users reach their first 'aha moment' faster.

Structure your onboarding steps

Break the process into 3-5 numbered steps. Start with account setup, move to core configuration, and end with the first meaningful action. Each step should be achievable in under 5 minutes to maintain momentum.

Best practices for onboarding content

Use action-oriented language ('Click', 'Set up', 'Create'). Include screenshots or visual cues where possible. Provide a help section at the end with support contact information so users know where to go if they get stuck.

How PAGEBOOK helps

Select the onboarding template, add your setup steps and help resources, and publish a shareable getting-started guide. Send the link to new users via email or embed it in your app's welcome flow.

Frequently asked questions

How many onboarding steps should I include?
Keep it to 3-5 steps. More than that overwhelms new users. Focus on the minimum steps needed to experience your product's core value β€” you can always add an advanced guide later.
Should the onboarding page be public or private?
It depends on your strategy. A public page doubles as marketing content (showing how easy your product is to use), while a private page keeps the focus on existing users. Many startups start public and restrict later.

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