Introduction
In Newsifier, pages are distinct from articles, and they serve specific purposes for your website. Unlike articles, pages are static and do not appear in the article list. Pages are often used for content that doesn’t change frequently, such as contact information, terms and conditions, or community overviews.
This guide will help you understand how to create and manage pages in Newsifier and provide an overview of the different types of pages available.
Accessing the Pages Overview
To manage your pages, start by accessing the Pages Overview:
Go to the left-hand menu and click on Pages.
You’ll see an overview of all the existing pages, including:
Title: The title of the page.
Slug: The URL path for the page.
Views: The total number of views the page has received.
Last Changed: The date when the page was last modified.
Creating a New Page
You can create a new page by following one of these methods:
Go to the Pages Overview and click the blue Add Page button at the top right.
Alternatively, click the plus (+) icon next to Pages in the left-hand menu.
Once you’re in the page editor, you can start adding content, just as you would when writing an article. The editor allows you to add text, images, and other elements using the same familiar tools from the article editor.
Steps to Create a New Page:
Title: Enter the page’s title.
Content: Add the necessary content, images, and media.
Set the Page Type: Choose the type of page (explained in detail below).
Publish: By default, the page is set to active, meaning it’s live on your website.
You can also deactivate the page, making it invisible on your site until you’re ready to publish.
Types of Pages
Newsifier offers several types of pages, each with its own unique purpose. Here’s a breakdown of each page type:
General Page: A general page is a standard, static content page. This is ideal for generic information that doesn’t change frequently, such as an About Us page or FAQs.
Contact Page: The contact page has a contact form that allows visitors to contact you directly by filling in and sending the contact form. Once someone submits the form, the information is sent to the email address you have set in the settings.
Community Page: A community page allows you to display community-related content, such as user rankings or most liked comments. This is especially useful if your website promotes interaction between users, allowing visitors to see:
The most active users.
Users who have received the most likes.
The most liked comments.
Privacy Policy Page: This page displays your privacy policy, which is essential for legal compliance, especially if you collect data from users.
Prominent Disclosure Page: This page should explain how user data is collected, stored, used, and shared. Similar to the privacy policy, this page is required if you're launching a mobile app. The Privacy Policy and Prominent Disclosure pages are automatically linked to your mobile app if you have one.
Forum Page: The forum page lets you set up a forum within your Newsifier site. This enables user discussions, where your visitors can start topics and engage with each other.
Link in Bio Page: This page is useful for Instagram sharing. It helps create an automatic traffic loop, where users can click through to various articles or sections of your website directly from your Instagram bio. Read more about this in our Instagram Share article.
Terms and Conditions Page: The terms page is another legally required page where you can outline your website's terms and conditions.
Managing Your Pages
Once a page is created, you can always return to the Pages Overview to manage it. From the overview, you can:
Edit: Click on any page title to edit its content or settings.
Deactivate: If you need to hide the page from your site temporarily, you can deactivate it.
Delete: You can permanently delete pages if they are no longer needed.
Conclusion
Pages in Newsifier are an essential part of your website. They allow you to manage static content that doesn’t require frequent article updates. Whether it’s legal pages, community overviews, or contact forms, pages provide a flexible way to handle important information. By following this guide, you can create and manage different types of pages with ease, ensuring your website offers a complete and professional experience for visitors.