Webflow

Persistent dark mode for Webflow

A practical recipe for adding dark mode that sticks

How I added a persistent dark mode to a Webflow site — why dark mode matters, and how to implement it without losing the no-code workflow.

Platform
Webflow

Why add dark mode?

  • Reduce eye strain
  • Improve battery life
  • Aesthetic appeal

Implementation journey

I moved from building portfolios in React and other frameworks to Webflow's no-code approach. While it took some adjustment, Webflow grew on me. Noticing more and more portfolios picking up dark mode, I researched best practices from sample Webflow projects to add the feature in a way that persists across visits.