Metric · 2 min read
Exit rate
Exit Rate helps you understand which pages users most often leave your site from. Learn what it is, why it matters, how it’s calculated, and how to reduce unwanted exits to improve user flow.
Formula
Example. If a product page had 1,000 total views and 300 users exited the site from that page, the Exit Rate would be 30%.
What it is
Exit Rate is the percentage of users who leave your website from a specific page, regardless of how they arrived there. It indicates which pages are most commonly the last in a user’s session.
Why it matters
Exit Rate helps you identify where users are dropping off in your site journey. Monitoring exit rates can reveal problem areas in your conversion funnel and uncover content that fails to keep users engaged.
How it is calculated
Exit Rate is calculated by dividing the number of exits from a specific page by the total number of pageviews for that page, then multiplying by 100 to express it as a percentage.
A good value
A “good” Exit Rate depends on the purpose of the page. High exit rates are normal on confirmation or contact pages, but a lower Exit Rate is typically better for product or content pages meant to lead to further action.
A bad value
A high Exit Rate on landing pages, product pages, or checkout steps may signal a poor user experience, unclear messaging, or broken navigation paths.
Do
Use these strategies to reduce Exit Rate on key pages and improve site flow.
- 01
Strengthen internal linking
Offer clear paths to related content or next steps to keep users engaged and moving through your site.
- 02
Improve page relevance
Make sure that each page matches the visitor’s intent and offers clear value, especially from paid or organic entry points.
- 03
Add clear CTAs
Include well-placed and relevant calls to action that guide users toward the next logical step on their journey.
Avoid
Ignoring context is a common mistake – some pages are meant to end a session. Focus on reducing Exit Rate on key conversion paths, not thank-you or confirmation pages.
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