Editing Home Page

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'''Navigation:''' [[Main_Page]] > [[Website]] > [[Pages]] > Home Page

== How to create a home page with Pages ==

Creating a home page or index page using ActiveCampaign's Landing Pages feature is a valuable capability that allows businesses to establish their online presence effectively. This feature is important as it enables you to avoid error messages when visitors attempt to access your root domain and facilitates domain verification on platforms like Facebook.

This article provides a comprehensive guide to creating a home page using ActiveCampaign, covering everything from accessing the feature to verifying your domain.

== How to Access This Feature ==
To create a home page with ActiveCampaign, you need to access the '''Website''' section of your account. Follow these simple steps:

1. From your ActiveCampaign account dashboard, click on '''Website'''.
2. Select '''Pages''' to navigate to your Pages dashboard.

== Step-by-Step Instructions ==
Follow these detailed steps to create an index or home page at the root domain:

=== Step 1: Add a New Page ===
1. Click the '''Add new page''' button on your Pages dashboard.
   
=== Step 2: Choose a Template ===
2. The templates page will load. Hover over the template you wish to use and click the '''Use This Template''' button.

=== Step 3: Rename Your Page ===
3. Once the template loads in the page builder, a '''Rename Page''' modal will appear. Enter '''index''' into the field provided and click the '''Save''' button.

=== Step 4: Customize Your Home Page ===
4. Customize your home page by adding content and page blocks as needed. For detailed assistance on customizing your landing page's design, you can visit "Customize your landing page's design".

=== Step 5: Publish Your Page ===
5. Once finished with customization, click the '''Publish Page''' button.
6. A modal window will appear confirming your settings. Ensure the correct domain is selected and that the URL states '''index'''.
7. Click the '''Publish''' button to make your new home page live.

=== Step 6: Test the Home Page ===
After publishing, you can test the home page by following these steps:
1. Click the ellipsis next to your page name.
2. Select the '''Get URL''' option.
3. Copy the URL provided and paste it into a new tab or window.
4. Remove "/index" from the end of the URL and refresh the page to access your home page directly.

== Configuration Options and Settings ==
When creating your home page, it's essential to adhere to certain configurations:
- The page must be named '''index''' to serve as the root domain.
- Changing the name from '''index''' will disable its function as the root domain.
- This page will not utilize a '''page slug''' like other landing pages.

== Best Practices and Tips ==
- Always ensure your home page is immediately accessible through your root domain by maintaining the name '''index'''.
- Customize your home page with engaging content and well-organized page blocks to enhance user experience.
- Regularly update your home page to reflect current promotions, news, or changes in your business.

== Common Use Cases with Examples ==
- **Business Home Page:** A small business can use the home page to provide information about its services, featured products, and latest offers.
- **Portfolio Showcase:** A freelancer may create a home page that highlights their projects and client testimonials.
- **Landing for Events:** Businesses can set up a home page specifically for upcoming events or webinars to drive registrations.

== Troubleshooting ==
If you encounter issues when creating or publishing your home page:
- Ensure the name of the page is set to '''index'''.
- Double-check that you have selected the correct domain during the publishing process.
- Verify that your content adheres to any restrictions or guidelines laid out by ActiveCampaign.

== Related Features ==
- To learn more about building effective landing pages, see the [[Landing Pages]] documentation.
- For information on customizing designs, refer to articles regarding layout and design in [[Website]].

== FAQ ==
*'''Q: Can I name my home page differently than "index"?'''
*A: No, the home page must be named "index" to function as the root domain.

*'''Q: How can I verify my domain on Facebook?'''
*A: Follow the steps in your Facebook Business Manager account to create a meta tag and add it to your home page settings.

*'''Q: What happens if I remove the meta tag from my home page?'''
*A: If you remove the meta tags, you may lose Facebook validation for that domain.

*'''Q: Is the home page feature available to all ActiveCampaign plans?'''
*A: This feature is available for the Plus, Pro, and Enterprise plans.

*'''Q: How do I access the page settings for my home page?'''
*A: Go to '''Website''' > '''Pages''' and select the dropdown next to the '''Edit Design''' button, then click '''View page settings'''.

*'''Q: Can I customize design elements on my home page?'''
*A: Yes, you can fully customize your home page using the page builder feature.

*'''Q: What is a page slug?'''
*A: A page slug is a part of the URL that identifies a page, but the home page set as "index" does not have a page slug.

With this comprehensive guide, you are now equipped to create and manage a home page effectively using ActiveCampaign's robust tools.
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