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Building Webinar Funnels for Live and Pre-recorded (101)

Webinar Funnels allow you to create, automate, and manage Live and On-Demand webinars using customizable pages, workflows, and recurring schedules.

Updated over 2 months ago

Who This Is For / When to Use

  • Businesses hosting educational or sales webinars

  • Marketers capturing leads through webinar registrations

  • Teams running live events or evergreen, on-demand content

  • Users automating reminders and follow-ups for webinars

What Webinar Funnels Are

Webinar Funnels are structured flows that guide users from registration to attendance and follow-up.

They support:

  • Live Webinars (real-time sessions at a scheduled date and time)

  • On-Demand Webinars (pre-recorded sessions available anytime)

Each webinar funnel includes registration, confirmation, and broadcast-related pages.

Key Features and Benefits

  • On-Demand Webinars: Pre-recorded videos accessible at any time

  • Live Webinars: Real-time sessions with scheduled dates and time zones

  • Template Library: Pre-built, customizable templates for all webinar pages

  • Automated Workflows: Built-in reminders, confirmations, and follow-ups

  • Recurring Webinars: Repeat webinars on flexible schedules without duplication

Step 1: Access Webinar Setup

Navigate to Webinars

  1. Go to Sites.

  2. From the top bar, select Webinar.

Select Webinar Type

Choose one:

  • On-Demand Webinar

  • Live Webinar

Enter basic details such as:

  • Webinar title

  • Time zone

  • Date and time (for Live webinars)

Step 2: Set Up Registration

Choose a Registration Form

Select an existing form to capture attendee details.

If needed:
Forms can be created or edited under Sites > Forms.

Upload or Link Webinar Content

  • On-Demand Webinars:
    Upload a video (e.g., MP4) to the Media Library and link it.

  • Live Webinars:
    Add a streaming link (such as Zoom) that attendees will use on the event date.


Step 3: Customize Webinar Templates

Select Templates

The Webinar Template Library provides pre-built templates for:

  • Registration pages

  • Confirmation pages

  • Webinar access pages

Templates automatically integrate with the selected video or live link.

Customize Design and Content

You can edit:

  • Text and headlines

  • Colors and branding

  • Images and layout elements

Editor shortcuts available:

  • Save, undo, redo, publish, and preview using keyboard shortcuts

  • Navigate between sections, layers, and settings without menus

Step 4: Activate Automation

Access Workflow Recipes

  1. In the webinar setup, click the three dots next to the webinar title.

  2. Select Edit Workflow.

  3. Choose a pre-built workflow recipe.


Set Up Reminders and Follow-Ups

Use workflows to automate:

  • Registration confirmations

  • Email or SMS reminders

  • Post-webinar follow-ups

These automations run automatically once activated.

Personalize Messaging

Customize messages to:

  • Match your brand voice

  • Highlight key webinar benefits

  • Share next steps or offers

Recurring Webinar Settings

Recurring Webinars allow you to schedule repeating sessions without creating new funnels.

Supported frequencies:

  • Daily

  • Weekly

  • Monthly

  • Custom intervals

How to Enable Recurring Webinars

  1. Create or edit a webinar.

  2. Enable the Recurring option in scheduling settings.

  3. Select the desired frequency.

  4. Save changes.

Tips for Effective Webinar Funnels

  • Share value before the webinar to increase attendance

  • Customize registration pages with strong CTAs and benefits

  • Use On-Demand webinars for flexible, evergreen content

  • Automate follow-ups to convert attendees into leads or customers

Common Issues and Fixes

Webinar reminders not sending

  • Confirm workflows are published and active

  • Verify email or SMS settings are enabled

Attendees can’t access the webinar

  • Check that the correct video or live link is connected

  • Ensure the webinar page is published

FAQ

What’s the difference between On-Demand and Live Webinars?

On-Demand webinars are pre-recorded and available anytime. Live webinars occur in real time at a scheduled date and time.

Can I customize webinar templates?

Yes. All webinar templates can be fully customized, including text, colors, images, and layout.

How do I automate webinar reminders?

Use pre-built workflows in the webinar setup to automate confirmations, reminders, and follow-ups.

What content can I upload for On-Demand webinars?

You can upload video files such as MP4 to the Media Library and link them to the webinar.

Can I download attendee details?

Yes. Attendee data is available in the dashboard and can be exported as a CSV.

Can I delete individual webinar pages?

No. Core webinar pages cannot be deleted.

Is there a limit to how many webinars I can create?

Typically, there is no limit. You can run multiple Live and On-Demand webinar funnels based on your subscription plan.

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