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Footer

A section of content that is consistently displayed at the bottom of all pages on a website. Elements include: contact information, a link to the Student Life website, sitemap links, social media links, copyright, and links to other important sites.

Example

When to use

A footer should be present on every page of the website. The footer provides information, such as the name and contact information of the organization behind the website, that is essential to the user experience and credibility of the site.

Guidelines

The footer must include ownership and contact information for the site. Additionally, consider incorporating these content elements:

  • Repeated global navigation for easy access when users reach the bottom of the page
  • Social media links and links to other important sites
  • Copyright information stating the year and “Regents of the University of Michigan”