Homepage Customization
Design and customize your Zinifly homepage to create an engaging first impression that showcases your events, attracts vendors, and drives customer engagement.
Homepage Layout Options
Choose from several professionally designed homepage layouts that best fit your event style and business needs. Each layout is fully customizable and optimized for both desktop and mobile viewing.
Event Focused
Marketplace
Corporate
Community
Gallery
Mobile-First
- Know Your Audience: Choose layouts that match your target demographic's preferences
- Content Priority: Select layouts that emphasize your most important information first
- Mobile Usage: Consider how your audience accesses your site (desktop vs mobile)
- Brand Alignment: Ensure the layout style matches your overall brand personality
- Functionality Needs: Some layouts better support e-commerce, others focus on information
Hero Section Setup
The hero section is the first thing visitors see and sets the tone for your entire website. Create compelling headlines, stunning visuals, and clear calls-to-action that immediately engage your audience.
Upload Hero Background
Choose a high-quality background image or video that represents your event. Recommended size: 1920x1080px for images, keep file size under 2MB for fast loading.
Craft Your Headline
Write a compelling headline that immediately communicates your event's value proposition. Keep it concise (5-8 words) and action-oriented.
Add Supporting Text
Include 1-2 sentences that provide essential details like dates, location, or unique features. This should complement, not repeat, your headline.
Configure Call-to-Action Buttons
Add 1-2 prominent buttons with action-oriented text like "Register as Vendor," "View Events," or "Shop Now." Use contrasting colors for visibility.
Background Options
Choose the right visual foundation for your hero section.
- Static Image: Professional photography of your event or venue
- Video Background: Short, looping clips that showcase atmosphere
- Gradient Overlay: Color gradients that match your brand
- Parallax Effects: Subtle movement that adds visual interest
Text Customization
Make your message stand out with proper typography.
- Headline Size: Large, bold text that's readable on mobile
- Font Weight: Bold or semi-bold for maximum impact
- Text Color: High contrast against background for readability
- Text Shadow: Optional shadows for text over busy images
Call-to-Action Design
Create buttons that drive action and conversions.
- Button Color: Use brand colors or high-contrast options
- Button Size: Large enough for mobile touch interaction
- Action Text: Clear, specific verbs that tell users what happens next
- Button Position: Prominent placement within the hero area
Content Blocks & Sections
Build your homepage using flexible content blocks that can be arranged, customized, and reordered to create the perfect layout for your event or marketplace needs.
About/Welcome Block
Introduce your event or organization to visitors.
- Mission Statement: Brief description of purpose and values
- History/Story: Background and founding story
- Key Benefits: What makes your event special
- Team Photos: Images of organizers or staff
Upcoming Events Block
Showcase upcoming events and important dates.
- Event Cards: Visual cards with dates and descriptions
- Calendar View: Interactive calendar display
- Registration Links: Direct registration access
- Event Details: Location, pricing, special features
Photo Gallery Block
Showcase moments and products from your events.
- Grid Layout: Clean photo arrangements
- Lightbox View: Expandable image viewing
- Category Filters: Filter by type or event
- Social Integration: Pull from Instagram/Facebook
Event Showcase & Highlights
Feature your events prominently on your homepage to attract attendees and vendors. Create compelling event displays that communicate essential information and encourage engagement.
Grid Layout Display
Clean, organized event presentation.
- Visual Hierarchy: Consistent card sizes and spacing
- Image Quality: High-resolution event photos
- Information Density: Essential details without overcrowding
- Mobile Adaptation: Responsive grid that stacks
Carousel Display
Interactive showcase with navigation controls.
- Auto-rotation: Automatic advancement with pause
- Navigation Controls: Arrows, dots, thumbnails
- Touch Gestures: Swipe support for mobile
- Transition Effects: Smooth animations
Calendar Integration
Date-focused event presentation.
- Monthly View: Traditional calendar with markers
- List View: Chronological upcoming events
- Filter Options: Category or location filters
- Quick Actions: One-click registration access
Vendor Highlights & Directory
Showcase your vendor community to attract both new vendors and customers. Highlighting successful vendors builds credibility and demonstrates quality and variety.
Featured Vendors
Spotlight your most successful vendors.
- Vendor Photos: Professional headshots or product images
- Business Names: Clear vendor identification
- Specialties: Brief product descriptions
- Success Stories: Notable achievements
Vendor Categories
Organize vendors by type for easy browsing.
- Category Icons: Visual vendor type representations
- Vendor Counts: Number in each category
- Browse Links: Direct access to full listings
- Popular Categories: Highlight most visited
Vendor Directory
Help visitors find what they're looking for.
- Search Bar: Text search with suggestions
- Filter Options: Category, location, price filters
- Sort Options: Alphabetical, rating, popularity
- Quick Access: Recently viewed shortcuts
Mobile Optimization & Responsiveness
With over 60% of website traffic coming from mobile devices, ensuring your homepage looks perfect and functions flawlessly on smartphones and tablets is critical for success.
Mobile-First Design
Design decisions that prioritize mobile experience.
- Touch Targets: 44px minimum for finger taps
- Thumb Navigation: Elements within thumb reach
- Vertical Scrolling: Natural single-column flow
- Simplified Navigation: Collapsible menus
Performance Optimization
Ensure fast loading on mobile connections.
- Image Compression: Optimized for mobile bandwidth
- Lazy Loading: Images load as users scroll
- Critical CSS: Above-fold content loads first
- Caching: Browser caching for repeat visits
Responsive Breakpoints
Layouts that adapt to different screen sizes.
- Mobile: 320px - 768px (single column)
- Tablet: 768px - 1024px (2-column layouts)
- Desktop: 1024px+ (multi-column, hover effects)
- Large Screens: 1440px+ (maximum width containers)
Preview & Testing Your Homepage
Before publishing your homepage changes, thoroughly test the design, functionality, and user experience across different devices, browsers, and user scenarios.
Use Preview Mode
Zinifly's preview mode lets you see exactly how your homepage will look before publishing. Test all interactive elements and navigation.
Cross-Browser Testing
Check your homepage in Chrome, Safari, Firefox, and Edge. Look for layout differences and functionality issues.
Device Responsiveness
Test on actual smartphones, tablets, and desktop computers. Verify touch interactions and visual presentation.
User Journey Testing
Walk through common visitor paths: finding events, vendor registration, contact forms. Ensure smooth flow.
- ✓ Content Accuracy: All dates, contact info, and pricing current
- ✓ Image Optimization: All images compressed and sized properly
- ✓ Mobile Responsiveness: Perfect layout on phones and tablets
- ✓ Browser Compatibility: Tested in major browsers
- ✓ Loading Speed: Homepage loads under 3 seconds on mobile
- ✓ Call-to-Actions: All buttons work and lead to correct pages