OpusDNS API Footer Update: Feedback Needed!

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Hey guys! đź‘‹ We've got some exciting updates to the footer on OpusDNS, and we need to make sure our API reference is on point. This article dives into the proposed changes, the importance of a consistent footer experience, and how you can help us ensure everything looks and works perfectly.

Updated Footer for OpusDNS API Reference

We're rolling out a revamped footer, and it's crucial that our API reference reflects these changes. This ensures a consistent user experience across the OpusDNS platform. @klimeryk, your expertise is needed! Could you please take a look at the updated footer code and give us your valuable feedback? We want to make sure it fits seamlessly with the rest of the API documentation.

Footer EN
<div class="footer-row">
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 <a href=“/” class=“link-block-3 w-inline-block”><img src=“https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/66f35e9c0faa52510e6c6d4c/6722ae7333e645c8919a4751_opusDNS-VT-3c-white-tagline.svg” alt=“” width=“Auto” class=“footer-logo”></a>
 </div>
 <div class=“footer-menus”>
 <div class=“_2-columns footer-menu-wrapper”>
 <div class=“footer-menu”>
 <div class=“footer-category”>Offering</div>
 <a href=“https://www.opusdns.com/domains” class=“footer-link”>Domains</a>
 <a href=“https://www.opusdns.comconsulting-services/” class=“footer-link”>Consulting Services</a>
 <a href=“https://www.opusdns.com/dns” class=“footer-link”>DNS Infrastructure</a>
 <a href=“https://www.opusdns.com/our-api” class=“footer-link”>Our API</a>
 <a href=“https://www.opusdns.com/dashboard” class=“footer-link”>Dashboard</a>
 <a href=“https://www.opusdns.com/domain-migration” class=“footer-link”>Domain Migration</a>
 <a href=“https://www.opusdns.com/support” aria-current=“page” class=“footer-link w--current”>Standout Support</a>
 <a href=“https://www.opusdns.com/pricing” class=“footer-link”>Pricing</a>
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 <div class=“footer-category”>Company</div>
 <a href=“https://www.opusdns.com/about” class=“footer-link”>About</a>
 <a href=“https://www.opusdns.com/careers” class=“footer-link”>Careers</a>
 <a href=“https://www.opusdns.com/next-generation-academy” class=“footer-link”>Next Generation Academy</a>
 <a href=“https://www.opusdns.com/ambassador-program” class=“footer-link”>Ambassador Program</a>
 <a href=“https://www.opusdns.com/why-opusdns” class=“footer-link”>Why OpusDNS</a>
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 <div class=“_2-columns footer-menu-wrapper”>
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 <div class=“footer-category”>Connect</div>
 <a href=“https://www.opusdns.com/contact” class=“footer-link”>Contact us</a>
 <a href=“https://app.opusdns.com/login?lng=en” class=“footer-link”>Log in</a>
 <div class=“social-links”><a href=“https://www.linkedin.com/company/opusdns/” target=“_blank” class=“social-link w-inline-block”><img src=“https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/66f35e9c0faa52510e6c6d4c/66f35e9d0faa52510e6c6d91_icon-social-linkedin.svg” alt=“Linkedin icon” class=“social-icon”></a></div>
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 <div class=“_2-columns footer-menu-wrapper”>
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 <div class=“footer-category”>Resources</div>
 <a href=“https://www.opusdns.com/blog” class=“footer-link”>Blog</a>
 <a href=“https://status.opusdns.com/” target=“_blank” class=“footer-link”>Service Status</a>
 <a href=“https://www.opusdns.com/whois” class=“footer-link”>Whois Lookup</a>

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 <div class=“footer-category”>Legal</div>
 <a href=“https://www.opusdns.com/legal-notice” class=“footer-link”>Legal Notice</a>
 <a href=“https://www.opusdns.com/legal/terms-conditions” class=“footer-link”>Terms &amp; Conditions</a>
 <a href=“https://www.opusdns.com/legal/privacy-policy” class=“footer-link”>Privacy Policy</a>
 <a href=“https://www.opusdns.com/legal/report-abuse” class=“footer-link”>Report Abuse</a>
 <a id=“ucButton” href=“#” class=“footer-link”>Cookie Consent</a>
 <a href=“https://www.opusdns.com/services-policies” class=“footer-link”>Services / Policies</a>
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 <img src=“https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/66f35e9c0faa52510e6c6d4c/6750f18260f2a8cc7d98d94e_icann.svg” loading=“lazy” width=“Auto” height=“Auto” alt=“ICANN Accredited Registrar” class=“icann-logo”>
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 <div class=“footer-copyright-text”>©<span class=“copyright-year”>`+year+`</span> OpusDNS GmbH. All rights reserved.</div>

Why is a Consistent Footer Important?

The footer might seem like a small detail, but it plays a crucial role in user experience and website navigation. For the OpusDNS API reference, a well-designed and consistent footer:

  • Enhances Navigation: The footer provides users with quick access to important links, such as legal information, contact details, and other resources. This is especially helpful if a user reaches the end of a page and needs to find something specific.
  • Builds Trust and Credibility: A professional-looking footer, complete with legal notices and contact information, adds to the overall credibility of OpusDNS. This is particularly important for an API reference, where developers need to trust the accuracy and reliability of the documentation.
  • Reinforces Branding: The footer is an opportunity to reinforce the OpusDNS brand. By including the logo, tagline, and consistent styling, we create a cohesive brand experience across the platform.
  • Improves SEO: A well-structured footer can also contribute to SEO by including relevant keywords and links to other pages on the site. This helps search engines understand the site's structure and content.

In the context of our API reference, ensuring the footer is up-to-date and consistent with the main OpusDNS website is paramount. It creates a seamless transition for developers who might be navigating between the marketing site, the dashboard, and the API documentation.

Key Elements of the Updated Footer

Let's break down the key elements of the updated footer and why they're important:

  • Logo and Tagline: The OpusDNS logo and tagline are prominently displayed, reinforcing brand recognition. This visual cue helps users quickly identify the site and associate it with the OpusDNS brand.
  • Offering Menu: This section provides links to key OpusDNS offerings, such as Domains, Consulting Services, DNS Infrastructure, Our API, Dashboard, Domain Migration, Standout Support, and Pricing. This allows users to easily explore the various services OpusDNS provides directly from the footer.
  • Company Menu: This menu includes links to the About page, Careers page, Next Generation Academy, Ambassador Program, and Why OpusDNS page. This gives users a quick way to learn more about the company behind OpusDNS and its mission.
  • Connect Menu: This section includes links to the Contact Us page and the Login page. It also features social media links, allowing users to connect with OpusDNS on platforms like LinkedIn. This makes it easy for users to get in touch with OpusDNS or access their accounts.
  • Resources Menu: This menu provides links to the Blog, Service Status page, and Whois Lookup tool. This offers valuable resources for users, such as updates, service information, and domain lookup capabilities.
  • Legal Menu: This section includes links to important legal pages, such as the Legal Notice, Terms & Conditions, Privacy Policy, Report Abuse form, Cookie Consent, and Services/Policies. This ensures transparency and provides users with easy access to critical legal information.
  • Eco Member and ICANN Logos: The inclusion of the Eco Member and ICANN logos demonstrates OpusDNS's commitment to industry standards and best practices. This builds trust and credibility with users.
  • Copyright Notice: The copyright notice at the bottom of the footer protects OpusDNS's intellectual property and clearly states the company's rights.

By carefully considering each of these elements, we can create a footer that not only looks good but also serves a valuable purpose for our users.

Testing and Feedback: Your Role!

This is where you come in! @klimeryk, your expertise in API documentation is invaluable. Please test the updated footer in the API reference environment. Consider these points:

  • Visual Appearance: Does the footer look consistent with the rest of the API documentation and the main OpusDNS website?
  • Functionality: Do all the links work correctly? Are they directing users to the right pages?
  • Responsiveness: Does the footer display correctly on different screen sizes (desktop, tablet, mobile)?
  • Accessibility: Is the footer accessible to users with disabilities? Are the colors and fonts legible? Does it meet WCAG guidelines?

Your feedback is crucial to ensuring the updated footer is a success. Let us know your thoughts, suggestions, and any potential issues you identify. Remember, a well-maintained API reference is key to developer adoption and satisfaction.

Next Steps: Implementing the Changes

Once we've gathered feedback and addressed any necessary changes, the next step is to implement the updated footer in the live API reference. We'll ensure a smooth transition with minimal disruption to users. We'll also document the changes in our internal documentation for future reference.

We're excited about these updates and believe they will significantly improve the user experience on our API reference. Thanks for your help in making this happen! Let's keep the conversation going in the comments below. What are your initial thoughts on the updated footer? Any specific areas we should pay close attention to during testing?

Let's make the OpusDNS API reference the best it can be! đź’Ş