13 Effective Types of Gated Content for Lead Generation
- Tom Sadler
- Jun 5
- 4 min read
Updated: Nov 2
If you want to build a targeted email list and generate qualified leads, gated content is one of the best tools in your marketing toolbox. By offering something valuable in exchange for a name and email, you start the relationship with trust and purpose.

Gated Content: A Key to Lead Generation
Gated content is any valuable resource that requires a visitor to provide their information in order to access it. This approach creates a win-win situation: you gain valuable lead information while your audience receives something useful.
Here are 13 high-performing types of gated content you can use to turn visitors into leads:
1. E-books
E-books are digital guides packed with expert insight or step-by-step instructions. They are ideal for audiences seeking deep knowledge. E-books are great for showcasing your authority in a subject area.
🧠 Best for: Educating leads in the awareness or consideration stage.
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