Customizing Your Website

Personalize your dealer website with your branding and content

Customizing Your Website

This guide covers how to customize the appearance and content of your dealership website.

Accessing Website Settings

All customization options are available in the Website Settings section:

1. Navigate to Website Settings

   From your Dashboard, click on “Website” in the sidebar navigation.

2. Explore Customization Options

   The Website Settings page contains all the options for personalizing your dealer site.

Branding Elements

Logo

Your dealership’s primary identifier

Colors

Your brand’s color scheme

Hero Image

The banner image on your homepage

Favicon

The small icon in browser tabs

Logo

1. Prepare Your Logo

   For best results, prepare a logo that is:

   • Square or slightly rectangular
   • At least 200x200 pixels
   • PNG format with transparent background
   • Clear and legible at small sizes
2. Upload Your Logo

   Click the “Upload Logo” button and select your logo file.

3. Preview and Adjust

   After uploading, preview how your logo appears in the header of your website.

Colors

1. Primary Color

   Select a primary color that represents your brand. This color will be used for:

   • Navigation elements
   • Buttons and call-to-action elements
   • Section headers

   Choose a color that contrasts well with white text for better readability.

2. Secondary Color

   Select a secondary color that complements your primary color. This will be used for:

   • Accents and highlights
   • Secondary buttons
   • Background elements

Hero Image

1. Prepare Your Hero Image

   For best results, prepare a hero image that is:

   • Wide and rectangular (recommended ratio: 16:9)
   • High resolution (at least 1920x1080 pixels)
   • Clear and visually appealing
   • Represents your dealership or inventory
2. Upload Your Hero Image

   Click the “Upload Hero Image” button and select your image file.

3. Preview the Result

   After uploading, preview how your hero image appears on your homepage.

SEO Settings

1. Website Description

   Write a concise description of your dealership (150-160 characters). This description appears in search engine results.

   Include relevant keywords like your location, specialties, and brands you carry.

2. Social Media Preview

   Preview how your website will appear when shared on social media platforms.

Saving Your Changes

Always click the “Save Changes” button after making modifications. Your changes will be applied to your dealer website immediately.

Best Practices

Color Selection Tips

• Choose colors that reflect your brand identity
• Ensure strong contrast between text and background colors

Logo Recommendations

• Keep your logo simple and recognizable
• Ensure it’s legible at small sizes
• Use a version with transparent background
• Consider creating a simplified version for mobile displays

Hero Image Guidelines

• Use high-quality, professional images
• Showcase your dealership or best inventory
• Avoid text-heavy images (add text through the platform instead)
• Consider seasonal updates to keep your site fresh

Remember that your website’s appearance is your digital storefront. Invest time in creating a professional and appealing presentation that reflects your dealership’s quality and values.