A full-screen pop-up that appears before users reach a page. Excessive use can harm UX and SEO.
An interstitial is a page overlay (often a popup) that blocks content. Interstitials can be useful for consent, age gates, or critical announcements - but intrusive interstitials harm mobile UX and can reduce conversions and organic performance.
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Above the Fold
The portion of a web page visible without scrolling. Critical content and CTAs should appear here for maximum visibility.
Accessibility
Designing websites so that all users, including those with disabilities, can navigate and interact easily. Also a ranking and UX consideration.
Adaptive Design
A web design approach that adjusts layouts to predefined screen sizes rather than fluidly scaling like responsive design.
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