Blogs5 Mistakes That Kill Your Online Sales
Learn what to avoid so you can maximize your conversions and revenue
Shakib Ahmed
Onnomatra Design Expert
Introduction
You are getting traffic but not enough sales? Chances are you are making one or more of these common mistakes that drive customers away.
In this article, we will cover the top 5 mistakes that kill online sales — and how to fix each one.
Slow Loading Pages
Page speed is critical. Studies show that 53% of visitors leave if a page takes more than 3 seconds to load.
- Compress all images before uploading
- Use a fast hosting platform (Onnomatra pages load in under 2 seconds)
- Avoid heavy animations and unnecessary scripts
- Test your page speed regularly
Pro Tip: Onnomatra pages are automatically optimized for speed — your customers get a fast experience without any extra work.
Low Quality Images
Your product photos are the first thing customers notice. Bad images instantly kill trust.
- Use natural lighting for product photos
- Show the product from multiple angles
- Include lifestyle shots showing the product in use
- Keep backgrounds clean and consistent
Missing Trust Elements
Customers are skeptical online — especially first-time buyers. Without trust signals, they will not order.
- Add customer reviews and testimonials
- Show delivery and return policies clearly
- Display payment security badges
- Include your business phone number or WhatsApp
Even 2–3 genuine customer reviews can significantly boost your conversion rate.
Not Optimized for Mobile
Over 85% of online shoppers in Bangladesh browse on mobile. If your page is not mobile-friendly, you are losing most of your potential customers.
- Text should be readable without zooming
- Buttons should be large enough to tap easily
- Images should resize properly on small screens
- Forms should be simple and easy to fill on mobile
Weak Call to Action
A weak or missing call-to-action is one of the biggest conversion killers.
- Use action-oriented text: "Order Now", "Buy Today", "Get Yours"
- Make the CTA button large and colorful
- Place CTA buttons in multiple spots on the page
- Create urgency: "Limited stock", "Offer ends soon"
Pro Tip: Place your first CTA button above the fold — visible without scrolling.
Conclusion
Fixing these 5 mistakes can dramatically increase your online sales. The good news is that all of them are easy to fix with the right tools.
- Speed up your pages
- Use high-quality product images
- Add trust elements throughout
- Ensure mobile-first design
- Write strong, visible calls to action
