Above the fold is the portion of a webpage that is visible without scrolling.

What is Above the Fold?

Above the fold is the portion of a webpage that is visible without scrolling.

It is important because it can be the deciding factor in whether or not a website visitor continues to scroll and explore the rest of the website.

Clarify the key information about your product / service, users can quickly determine whether they are in the right place, and if they are, they can easily continue on the journey.

Content might include:

What the product / service is about?
Direct visitors to the next step of the funnel
Who the product / service is for?
What benefit it provides?

Design Principles:

Match what visitors expect before landing
Make Target Audience feel familiar
Great visual hierachy
Easy to understand