So whats the big deal about copywriting for the Internet? Its the same as any other form of copywriting isnt it? In a word, yes. But in another word, no. Confused? Sick of all these questions? I had better myself explain then.
No matter what medium you are using, all copywriting should have one prime objective – create an effective message that appeals to the audience it is intended to influence. This golden rule applies to websites, brochures, and sales letters, even adding a nice message to Grandmas little pink birthday card. However, the Internet presents a number of unique challenges for a copywriter, even if the people reading your sales letters are the same ones reading your website.
Think about it for a minute. Do you read on the Internet the same way you read on paper? Not for long. First of all, there are comfort factors such as the monitor resolution, colours, glare, and a reading surface that doesnt move. Secondly, we are conditioned to read websites in a different manner. Online, we are quite comfortable scanning sub-headings, clicking on hyperlinks, and jumping between pages.
Thirdly, the majority of people looking at your business...