The On Page Load trigger is one of the simplest and most popular ways to display a popup. With this trigger, your popup appears as soon as a page finishes loading, without requiring the visitor to click, scroll, or hover over anything. Because it is immediate and automatic, it guarantees that the message will be seen by every visitor who opens the page.
This makes it a powerful option when you want to maximize visibility and share important information right away. At the same time, it needs to be used carefully so that the popup feels helpful rather than overwhelming.
Why Use the On Page Load Trigger #
The biggest advantage of the On Page Load trigger is its instant visibility. Since visitors don’t have to take any action, you can be sure your message won’t be missed. This is perfect for highlighting promotions, welcoming users, or showing important updates.
Unlike other triggers that depend on user activity, this one ensures 100% exposure from the moment the page is opened. For businesses, that means you can immediately grab attention, and for organizations, it’s an easy way to share practical alerts or instructions.
Use Cases #
- Promotions & Discounts
Display a special offer or discount code to new visitors right after the page loads. For example: “Welcome! Here’s 15% off your first order.” - Announcements & Updates
Share important news such as upcoming maintenance, product updates, or policy changes. For instance: “Our office will be closed on Monday for the holiday.” - Subscription Invitations
Invite visitors to join your newsletter or mailing list instantly. This works especially well for blogs, magazines, or educational sites. - Event Reminders
Show event details or countdowns for webinars, workshops, or special launches right at the top of the page experience. - Legal or Informational Notices
Deliver cookie policies, privacy notices, or safety reminders as soon as the site loads.
Key Features #
- Works with all popup types – subscription forms, coupon popups, video popups, and more.
- Guaranteed visibility since the popup is shown immediately.
- Can be combined with settings like open delay or limitations to make the popup less intrusive.
- Fully compatible with mobile devices for a smooth user experience.
Settings Specific to On Page Load Trigger #
Open Delay
- Instead of showing the popup instantly, you can delay it by a few seconds.
- Example: set it to 5 seconds so visitors have a moment to see your page first.
This can be adjusted in the Settings → Open Delay section of your popup.
Display Options
- Show the popup on all pages, include it only on selected pages, or exclude specific ones.
Limitation Rules
- To avoid overwhelming visitors, combine with user limitations such as: show once per session, per user, and once every 24 hours.
Best Practices #
- Use sparingly – don’t show popups on every page load, or users may find them annoying.
- Delay wisely – a short open delay (3–5 seconds) helps visitors settle in before seeing the popup.
- Match the content – pair the trigger with relevant popups like subscription offers, coupon codes, or important updates.
- Test on mobile – ensure the popup doesn’t block content or make navigation difficult for mobile users.
The On Page Load trigger is an excellent choice when you want your popup to be seen immediately. It’s perfect for promotions, announcements, subscriptions, and alerts that need maximum visibility. When paired with best practices like open delay and limitation rules, it becomes a powerful yet user-friendly tool.
If you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to reach out to our Support Team. We’re always happy to help you get the most out of Popup Box.
