Web Standard: Thank You Page

Definition

A page that users get when they submit a form that thanks them for their input or request.

Content Requirements

For every form, there should be a follow-up page thanking the reader for submitting the information and offering links to continue browsing.
At a minimum, in the main body of the page, offer a link back to the form or to the web area’s homepage.
In the WebCMS, this page is automatically created with the Contact Us Form. You can modify if needed.

Examples

Thank you page example — A form-generated Thank You page in the WebCMS.

About this Standard

All EPA public web content must adhere to all federal requirements including; the EPA Web Standards, the U.S. Web Design System guidelines, federal plain language guidelines, and the 21st Century Integrated Digital Experience Act. Internal content, including Intranet and Microsoft 365, may differ from the public content. If not explicitly stated, content must adhere to all federal requirements.

Original effective date: 01/01/2004
Last approved on: 04/09/2025
Web Council review by: 04/09/2028 (or earlier if deemed necessary by the Web Council)

Web Standard: Thank You Page

Definition

Content Requirements

Examples

About this Standard

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