Ten testimonial request templates you can make your own

Subject: A quick question about your experience

Hi [First name],

Thank you for working with [Business]. Would you be comfortable sharing a short testimonial about your experience?

Three or four sentences are plenty. You can use this link: [Collection link]

We may publish your response on our website, but nothing will be used without your permission.

Thank you,
[Your name]

Subject: Could you share a few words about [Project]?

Hi [First name],

Now that [Project] has been delivered and approved, I would value your perspective on the process.

Would you share what you needed, what stood out while we worked together, and what the finished work means for you? You can respond here: [Collection link]

The form also asks for permission before anything is displayed publicly.

Best,
[Your name]

Subject: How is [Product] fitting into your workflow?

Hi [First name],

Your team has now completed [onboarding milestone]. Would you be willing to share a short account of how [Product] fits into your work?

Useful details might include what you were doing before, which part you use most, and what a normal day looks like now.

[Collection link]

Please share only information you are comfortable having published.

Thanks,
[Your name]

Subject: A short reflection on our [Project] work

Hi [First name],

With [Project] now launched, could you share a few sentences about working with [Agency]?

You might mention the challenge at the start, how the collaboration felt, and which part of the outcome matters most to your team.

Here is the short form: [Collection link]

We will review the submission and only publish it with your consent.

Thank you,
[Your name]

Subject: Would you share your experience of [Project]?

Hi [First name],

Thanks again for approving the final [deliverable]. I am updating my portfolio and would appreciate an honest testimonial about the project.

What did you need help with? What did you value about the process? What would you tell someone considering similar work?

You can answer here: [Collection link]

No pressure if the timing is not right.

[Your name]

Subject: A reflection on your recent milestone

Hi [First name],

You recently reached [milestone], and I would like to invite you to reflect on the experience.

If you are comfortable, please share what you were hoping to clarify, which part of our work was most useful, and what feels different now.

[Collection link]

Only include outcomes or personal details you are happy to make public. You will be asked for publication consent.

Warmly,
[Your name]

Subject: What would you tell a future [Course] student?

Hi [First name],

Congratulations on completing [Course or module]. Could you share a short, honest reflection for future students?

You could mention why you enrolled, what helped you progress, and who you think the course is most suitable for.

Submit it here: [Collection link]

Thank you for taking part,
[Your name]

Subject: Re: a short testimonial request

Hi [First name],

Just bringing this to the top of your inbox in case you intended to reply.

If you are still comfortable sharing a short testimonial, the link is here: [Collection link]

There is no need to respond if now is not a good time. Thank you again for [specific project or milestone].

[Your name]

Subject: Please confirm your testimonial for publication

Hi [First name],

Thank you for sharing your testimonial. Before we publish it, please confirm that the wording and attribution below are accurate:

[Approved testimonial text]
[Name, role and company shown]

Planned placement: [Website page or Wall of Love]

Please reply “approved” if you give permission for this version to be displayed publicly, or send any changes you would like.

Thank you,
[Your name]

Hi [First name] — thanks again for [specific win]. Would you be comfortable sharing two or three sentences about the experience? Here is one short form: [Collection link]. It explains how the testimonial may be used and asks for your consent.