How to ask for a testimonial over email (5 examples)

Do you want to ask your client for a testimonial? Whether you send it over email, Whatsapp or text message, here's some templates you can use.

Using these template is the best way to get more testimonials, and turn those into more paying customers for your business. You may also be looking for ways to share your freelancer testimonials.

What makes up a testimonial request?

There are actually four parts to a testimonial request. There nice and simple, as follows:

• The request - this is bit where you ask them for a testimonial

• The testimonial questions - these are the questions your client to form your testimonials.

• The information collection - this is the information you collect from your client to create and share the testimonial. For example, how long you've worked with them, their job title and full name. You may know most of this already.

• The permission - ask for permission to share the testimonial on your website and in your sales and marketing material.

You can see more in our complete guide to how freelancers collect testimonials.

Testimonial request templates

Testimonial request template 1: short and formal

Hi Client Name

Would you be willing to write a testimonial about your experience working with me?

Your words of support would be greatly appreciated.

Your Name

Testimonial request template 2: short and fun

Hey Client Name!

Fancy leaving me a shoutout? A quick testimonial about our project together would be the cherry on top of a fantastic work experience.

Thank you!

Your Name

Testimonial request template 3: short and fun

Hey Client Name

Time to toot my own horn!

How about you give me a little testimonial boost? Your kind words about our project would make my day.

Thanks a bunch!

Your Name

Testimonial request template 4: medium and formal

Hello Client

I hope this message finds you well.

I wanted to reach out and ask if you could provide a testimonial about your experience working with me as a freelancer. Your feedback would mean a lot to me and could help me attract future clients.

Thank you for considering.

Your Name

Testimonial request template 5: long and formal

Hello Client

I am writing to express my gratitude for the opportunity to work with you as a freelancer. It has been a great pleasure to assist you in achieving your goals and I am proud to have been a part of your success.

I would be honored if you could take a few moments to write a testimonial about your experience working with me. Your words of support and endorsement would be extremely valuable in helping me to grow my business and attract future clients.

I understand that writing a testimonial can be time-consuming, but I can assure you that it would make a real difference for me. Your thoughts and opinions about my skills, work ethic, and professionalism would be a great asset to my portfolio. I truly appreciate your support and I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Your Name

Bonus: ask for a testimonial over SMS

Hey! Just wanted to touch base and ask if you could write a quick testimonial about our project? Your support means a lot and would help me grow my business.