2,948 Copywriting Examples From the Present and Past

Dive into the art and science of copywriting with examples that convert. Discover persuasive techniques, headline formulas, and copywriting strategies used by top marketers. Ideal for anyone looking to enhance their writing skills.

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Starting a barbershop (with a twist) and local business marketing with Jason Gourd of Sorek

Sorek in Austin isn’t your average barbershop. Sure, they trim beards and fade hair—but right next to the barber’s chair,...

Copywriting/Podcast/Videos
Aug 16, 2021
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"Don't be the guy that looks tired" Ad

Disco nails it: calling it “makeup” won’t sell to men, but fixing “baggy eyes” will. This ad uses language that...

Ads/Copywriting/Advice
Aug 13, 2021
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Awesome image showing how big and small things are in the universe

This image takes you from the edge of the universe down to quantum foam. It’s a visual rollercoaster of scale....

Copywriting/Images/Advice
Aug 11, 2021
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Good/Bad illustration for social login UI Design

This side-by-side image nails it: one login form is cluttered and clunky, the other feels fresh and frictionless. Both serve...

Copywriting/Before & After/Images
Aug 11, 2021
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BariLife walk a mile a day challenge

BariLife’s “Walk 1 Mile A Day Challenge” landing page doesn’t just sell vitamins. It sells a healthier identity. By focusing...

Signup Forms/Copywriting/Motivation
Aug 2, 2021
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Dog To English Translation image

This dog translation chart is a masterclass in communication. It takes something complex (dog emotions) and makes it brain-dead simple...

Copywriting/Images/Advice
Jul 31, 2021
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Why you should self publish a book over going the traditional publisher route w/ Chandler Bolt

Chandler Bolt has helped thousands of people self publish their books. That’s a crash course in how stories spread, attention...

Copywriting/Podcast/Videos
Jul 26, 2021
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How To Get On AppSumo (Featuring Ayman Al-Abdullah, President and CEO of AppSumo)

Every startup founder wants that AppSumo bump. The exposure, the sales, the credibility—it’s like rocket fuel for SaaS companies. So...

Copywriting/Podcast/Videos
Jul 19, 2021
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The State of SEO w/ Ross Hudgens of Siege Media (Strategy, Branding, and Tools)

Ross Hudgens runs Siege Media, and they consistently land massive clients like Airbnb, Zillow, and Intuit. How? By focusing less...

Copywriting/Podcast/Videos
Jul 12, 2021
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Funny septic tank sign

This sign for a septic tank and pool filling business nails attention-grabbing humor. It reads, “Septic tanks pumped. Swimming pools...

Ads/Copywriting/Outdoor Advertising
Jul 9, 2021
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Cockpit Drawing Explainer Image

Ever look at something so complicated your brain just gives up? That’s a cockpit… until someone simplifies it with doodles...

Copywriting/Images/Advice
Jul 7, 2021
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If you were flying the Concorde tomorrow you wear a Rolex

Rolex nailed this one. They didn’t just sell a watch—they sold status, speed, and sophistication. “If you were flying the...

Ads/Print Ads/Copywriting
Jul 7, 2021
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1967 Chevette Magazine Ad

Look at this ad. One car, one line, one logo. That’s it. And yet, it works like magic. The 1976...

Ads/Print Ads/Copywriting
Jul 7, 2021
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Give Johnny Walker holiday ad

This vintage Johnnie Walker ad nails holiday timing. It’s not selling scotch, it’s selling the idea of the perfect gift....

Ads/Print Ads/Copywriting
Jul 2, 2021
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1967 version of “eCommerce”

Before Shopify or PayPal, companies like Johnson Smith sold novelties through tiny catalog ads in magazines. They’d hook you with...

Ads/Print Ads/Copywriting
Jul 1, 2021
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Awesome “one easy piece” 1970’s male jumper ad

This vintage gem sells a jumpsuit, but really, it’s selling confidence. It’s flirty, bold, and dripping with innuendo — which...

Ads/Print Ads/Copywriting
Jun 30, 2021
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Great Ford Bronco old-school print ad

This old-school Ford Bronco ad nails a perfect one-two punch: adventure first, specs second. The top half shows the Bronco...

Ads/Print Ads/Copywriting
Jun 29, 2021
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Circles of Friendship chart

This “Circles of Friendship” chart isn’t just about human relationships—it’s also a perfect framework for how to think about your...

Copywriting/Images/Advice
Jun 23, 2021
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Posted by Sam ParrSam Parr

Interview: Sam Parr on how to grow on Twitter, selling a company, and the best social media platforms to choose

Sam Parr built The Hustle from a small email experiment into a 2-million-subscriber newsletter that HubSpot bought. The magic? Relentless...

Copywriting/Podcast/Emails
Jun 21, 2021
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Forms of energy image

This chart of energy types is a simple masterclass in how to explain complex ideas. It takes a scientific topic—different...

Copywriting/Data/Images
Jun 20, 2021
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Productivity is physical, creativity is mental.

Naval drops truth bombs in tweet-sized doses, and this one nails the difference between doing and thinking. Marketers often mash...

Ads/Copywriting/Tweets
Jun 18, 2021
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Great 1961 ad for Ford Econoline trucks

This vintage Ford Econoline ad is a masterclass in showing value from every angle. No fluff, no fancy slogans, just...

Ads/Print Ads/Copywriting
Jun 7, 2021
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Image showing you can get A LOT of music for cheap

In the 1970s, Columbia Records nailed this offer: “13 records or tapes for $1.” The image shows a woman struggling...

Ads/Print Ads/Copywriting
Jun 6, 2021
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Aweber "Get Off LeadPages" Email

This Aweber email is a masterclass in competitor poaching done right. It doesn’t bash LeadPages, it simply says, “Hey, we...

Ads/Copywriting/Emails
Jun 4, 2021

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