Content Download Form Template
Convert content seekers into leads by gating your valuable resources behind a quick download form.
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Flexible responses
What is a Content Download Form?
Content download forms are your primary lead generation tool for gating premium resources: guides, templates, whitepapers, case studies, and tools. This strategy trades instant gratification for lead capture.
Effective content forms capture just enough information for personalization and follow-up without creating friction. Email + name typically convert best; adding company/title increases data quality but reduces conversion.
Proper value exchange is critical: the promised content must be valuable enough to justify providing contact information. Poor content breeds unsubscribes and spam complaints.
Key Features
Lead Capture
Collect name, email, and company information from content seekers interested in your topic
Content Type Customization
Adapt for guides, templates, whitepapers, checklists, ebooks, and tools
Topic Segmentation
Ask which topics interest them to send relevant follow-up content and offers
Instant Download
Immediate access to content (no email verification) increases conversion and satisfaction
Follow-up Automation
Send related content and nurture sequences based on download behavior
Download Analytics
Track downloads by source and content type to understand audience interests
Why Use This Template?
Generate High-Intent Leads
Content downloads attract actively interested prospects, not just curious visitors
Build Email List
Turn one-time visitors into long-term subscribers for ongoing nurturing
Improve Targeting
Topic selection enables highly targeted follow-up and product recommendations
Maximize Content ROI
Measure which content topics drive highest-quality leads for future creation
What's Included in This Template
First Name
textPersonalization in follow-up emails and download confirmation
Email Address
emailEssential for sending download link and follow-up content
Company Name
textLead qualification and company-level account targeting
I'm interested in...
checkboxSegment leads for targeted nurture sequences
I agree to receive related content
checkboxMarketing consent and permission to follow up
How can we help?
textareaQualitative feedback on customer needs for sales
Perfect For
Lead Magnets
Create downloadable guides and templates that attract target customers
Research Distribution
Gate industry research, surveys, and reports behind forms
B2B Case Studies
Share customer success stories with companies evaluating solutions
Sales Enablement
Gate product overviews, comparison guides, and ROI calculators
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I require email before download?
Yes for high-value content (15+ page guides, research reports). No for lightweight resources (simple templates, 1-page checklists). Test both approaches—instant access converts 2-3x better but captures fewer leads.
What content converts best?
Templates, checklists, and calculators convert highest (quick utility). Guides, whitepapers, and case studies are higher-value but lower conversion. Pair both: offer lightweight content for broad appeal, premium for deep engagement.
How do I deliver the download?
Email link immediately (best), email attachment if <5MB, landing page with direct link. Include call-to-action for follow-up offer (demo, webinar, consultation) while customer is engaged.
What follow-up should I send?
Download confirmation email, 3-day follow-up with related content, 1-week offer for demo/consultation, nurture sequence of related resources. Segment by topic for personalized sequences.
How do I measure content download ROI?
Track: leads captured, cost per lead, conversion to opportunity, conversion to customer. Compare ROI across content types. Identify which content produces highest-quality leads and most sales.
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