Home Page Settings
1. Introduction
The Home Page Settings section in the Storage Website section of the Storagely Dashboard allows facility operators to customize the layout, branding, and content of their websiteβs home page. This includes SEO settings, hero section customization, service highlights, customer reviews, and additional sections to optimize the site for conversions and customer engagement.
2. Navigating to Home Page Settings
To access the Home Page Settings:
- Log in to your Storagely Dashboard.
- In the left sidebar menu, click on Storage Website.
- Click on Home Page from the available options.
3. Understanding the Home Page Settings Interface
The Home Page Settings page allows users to configure various sections of the website, including:
A. Page Type Selection
- Standard Page β Uses the default home page layout and settings.
- Custom Page β Allows complete control over the design with custom code.
B. SEO Settings
- SEO Title β Defines the page title appearing in search engine results.
- Meta Description β A short description that helps improve search visibility.
- Page Slug β The URL path for the home page (e.g., /).
- Canonical URL β Helps search engines determine the preferred version of the page.
- No Index Toggle β Prevents search engines from indexing the page when enabled.
C. Hero Section (Top of the Home Page)
- Upload a Hero Image or Video (JPEG, PNG, WebP, MP4 up to 20MB).
- Overlay Color & Opacity customization for readability.
- Headline & Description Text settings.
- Call-to-Action (CTA) Buttons customization:
- Left Button (e.g., "Find Storage")
- Right Button (e.g., "Pay Bill")
- Set button text, colors, and links.
D. Services Section
- Highlight key services offered.
- Icons, descriptions, and buttons can be customized.
- Adjust background, text, and button colors.
E. Our Locations Section
- Displays storage facility locations in a grid layout.
- Configure section visibility, button colors, and section background color.
F. General Content Section
- Add additional sections with images, videos, and text.
- Customize background colors and text content.
G. Why Choose Us Section
- Showcase key facility features and benefits.
- Customize icons, headings, descriptions, and buttons.
H. Customer Reviews Section
- Display customer testimonials to build trust.
- Customize review text, star ratings, and sources.
- Operators can manually add customer reviews.
I. Find Us Section
- Add facility contact information (email, phone number, address).
- Customize call-to-action buttons and colors.
J. Custom Code Section
- Add custom HTML and CSS for advanced design customization.
4. How to Customize the Home Page
Step 1: Select Page Type
- Choose between Standard Page or Custom Page.
- If using Custom Page, manually configure sections and content.
Step 2: Optimize SEO Settings
- Enter an SEO-friendly title and meta description.
- Set the Page Slug (default is "/").
- If needed, add a Canonical URL to avoid duplicate content issues.
- Choose whether the page should be indexed by search engines.
Step 3: Customize the Hero Section
- Upload a Hero Image or Video (JPEG, PNG, WebP, MP4).
- Adjust overlay color and opacity for readability.
- Set the Headline and Description text.
- Configure CTA Buttons:
- Set button text and color.
- Add a destination URL for each button.
Step 4: Configure the Services Section
- Add or edit service headings, descriptions, and icons.
- Customize buttons and links.
- Adjust background and text colors.
Step 5: Display Locations on the Home Page
- Ensure all facility locations are properly listed.
- Adjust the layout and button settings for location cards.
Step 6: Add General Content Sections
- Upload images or videos.
- Edit headlines and paragraphs.
- Customize background and text colors.
Step 7: Manage the Why Choose Us Section
- Add features or benefits with icons and descriptions.
- Customize the layout, button, and text settings.
Step 8: Enable the Customer Reviews Section
- Add testimonials from satisfied customers.
- Customize star ratings and text.
- Operators can manually add reviews.
Step 9: Update the Find Us Section
- Add email, phone, and contact details.
- Customize call-to-action buttons.
Step 10: Save and Publish the Page
- Click βPreviewβ to review changes before publishing.
- Select βSave as Draftβ to store changes without publishing.
- Click βPublishβ to make the home page live.
5. Best Practices for Home Page Customization
β Use high-quality images for the hero section to create a professional look. β Keep CTA buttons clear and direct to drive conversions. β Ensure SEO settings are optimized to improve search rankings. β Use the customer reviews section to build trust with visitors. β Regularly update service and location information to keep content fresh. β Only enable indexing in SEO settings if the site is ready for search engine visibility.
6. FAQs & Troubleshooting
Q1: How do I hide a section from the home page? A: Click the Hide Element toggle in the corresponding section settings.
Q2: Can I use a video instead of an image in the Hero section? A: Yes, you can upload a MP4 video file as the hero background.
Q3: What happens if I leave the SEO settings blank? A: Default values will be used, but optimizing SEO settings is recommended for better search visibility.
Q4: How can I reset the home page to default settings? A: Switch to Standard Page mode and save the changes.
Q5: How do I make the home page changes live? A: Click βPublishβ after making updates.
As always, if you have any questions during this process, our Customer Success Team is here to help. The best way to reach us is by submitting a support ticket.
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