Measurement · Beginner

Conversion rate

Conversion rate is the percentage of visitors who complete a goal, such as a purchase, enquiry or sign-up. It links traffic to revenue, which is why SEO and AEO should be judged on conversions, not only visits.

Category
Measurement
Level
Beginner
Formula
Conversions ÷ visitors × 100
Tracked as
Key events in GA4
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What is conversion rate?

If 2,000 visitors reach a page and 40 send an enquiry, the conversion rate is 2%. Rates vary hugely by industry, offer and traffic source, so compare against your own history.

Why it matters for SEO

More traffic isn't the goal; more customers are. A page that ranks for the right, high-intent searches can bring fewer visits and more revenue than one that ranks for broad terms.

Frequently asked questions

How can I raise it?

Match the page to the searcher's intent, make the next step obvious, and answer the questions that stop people acting.

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