Light and dark mode for websites

Adding dark mode and light mode to a website, WordPress, or Laravel application, including a mode switcher, saved user preference, and support for the device system settings.

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Light and dark mode for a website

A website can include light and dark mode, a theme switcher, and support for the device system settings. The website can remember the last selected mode and automatically adapt to the user.

Dark mode is used today by major apps and services such as YouTube, Discord, Spotify, GitHub, and Google. Users are used to it and often look for it themselves.

Mode switcher

The website can have its own switcher between light and dark mode.

Saving the user preference

The website can remember the last selected mode even after the browser is closed.

Color and contrast adjustment

Texts, buttons, forms, menus, backgrounds, and icons need to be adjusted properly.

WordPress and Laravel

Dark mode can be added to WordPress, Laravel, or a custom website.

What needs to be adjusted for dark mode

Background colors

Light and dark backgrounds for all parts of the website.

Texts and headings

Contrast, readability, and proper text colors.

Buttons and links

Hover effects, active states, and proper link colors.

Forms

Inputs, placeholders, border colors, and focus effects.

Icons and images

Some images or icons need to be adjusted separately.

Menu and navigation

Header, menu, and mobile navigation for both modes.

Light and dark mode for websites
Dark mode

More and more people expect dark mode today

Millions of people use dark mode every day in apps such as YouTube, Discord, Spotify, or GitHub. Users are used to it especially in the evening or when working on a computer.

The website can respect the device system settings and automatically switch the appearance based on the user’s preference.

  • system dark mode support
  • saving the last selected option
  • Tailwind dark mode
  • WordPress and Laravel solution

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Can dark mode also be added to WordPress?

    Yes. Dark mode can also be added to WordPress, for example for Bricks Builder, Elementor, or a custom theme.

  • Can the website respect the device system settings?

    Yes. The website can automatically use light or dark mode according to the user’s device settings.

  • Will the website save the last selected mode?

    Yes. The mode can be saved in localStorage or another way so the website remembers it.

  • Does the whole website need to be adjusted?

    Yes. Proper dark mode usually means adjusting texts, backgrounds, buttons, forms, menus, and other parts of the website.