Looking to infuse fresh life into your HubSpot website with a new theme? Here are three streamlined approaches to updating your site’s design with minimal fuss.
1. Template Switching: A Quick Fix with a Creative Challenge
Switching your page's template is straightforward but comes with a creative twist. Here's the catch: shifting to a new template doesn't automatically inherit its layout, leading to a mix of missing content and misplaced modules. It's like getting a canvas where you need to paint the picture anew.
- Start by navigating to your page's Settings tab in the editor.
- Dive into Advanced options, scrolling down to the Template section.
- Choose a new template by clicking "Use different template," selecting your desired theme and template.
- Remember, you'll likely start with a jumble of the old and new, requiring you to manually add theme-specific sections and modules to realign your page.
2. Page Switching: Out with the Old, In with the New
For those seeking a clean slate, consider archiving your old page and crafting a new one. This method allows you to fully leverage the theme’s layout from the get-go. However, be mindful of a temporary 404 page visitors might encounter during the switch.
- Create a new page using your chosen theme template but keep it as a draft.
- Modify your old page's path (adding "-old" or similar), then publish this change.
- Archive and unpublish the old page to make way for the new.
- Adjust the new page’s path to match the original, then publish to go live.
3. Staging: The Seamless Transition
Staging offers the best blend of convenience and design fidelity, letting you update live pages without disrupting user experience. However, this feature is tier-dependent, so it might not be available in all HubSpot packages.
- Staging allows you to set up your page with the new theme template in a sandbox environment.
- Once perfected, you can seamlessly transition the staged page to live, replacing the old version without any visible downtime to visitors.
Each method has its merits, whether you’re up for a design challenge, prefer starting afresh, or need a smooth transition without losing the flow. Regardless of your choice, the end goal is a rejuvenated website that aligns with your brand’s evolving narrative.