creative 404error page ideas
Creative 404 Error Page Ideas
While content and applications are vital for a site, the visual elements of a web page matter a great deal too. The last thing a user wants to see while browsing the net is a 404 error page, which is why web designers have come up with innovative themes that manifest the error page in the most hilarious and creative ways possible.
The first 4: Client error
The middle 0: Syntax error
The last 4: Error in the group of 40x
404 Ideas - Searching like Crazy
A crossword-like design can be unique and informative.
A page like this reminds you of roadblocks on an under-construction highway. It is an interesting idea to deviate the user's mind.
An image like this perfectly blends with the interests of the tech-savvy crowd.
Another image that is similar to the idea of a roadblock or some work under construction.
A panic-stricken creature to warn you here, but he is cute enough to melt your frustration!
Detectives coming through to warn you of your lost page! Sooner or later, they'll find it, don't worry!
Oh well ... this image perfectly encapsulates the user's reactions. Undoubtedly, you'll want to sob if an important page is unavailable. But just look at this kid, and your face will light up!
404 Ideas - Just Simple and Different
This is a very simple design, but if well-executed, with the right blend of colors and sophistication, will work well for you and the user.
How about using the computer screen itself as an element? The image here shows a billboard with a 404 error, hanging right on the screen of the PC, with miniature workmen.
How about a sexy clothes' line here?
An image of a petrified sun peeking from behind the clouds to warn you about the error message is really cute!
A brick design with colorful writing is really sassy.
This one again, is a very simple design; at times, keeping it simple works best.
404 Ideas - Marooned and Lost!
How about the feel of being marooned on a far-off island, surrounded by nothing but the endless ocean? You may not want to leave this error page!
This page is kind enough to alleviate your disappointment by providing you a pair of shoes to take a U-turn!
Now, here is how you indicate a danger zone!
This image takes you to a remote island, complete with hazards and volcanoes! Your page probably got smoked up or drowned!
A dead end depiction is a great idea too! And that penguin ... well, there is no limit to the cuteness factor!
Lost in a labyrinth here! Get out ASAP!
404 Ideas - Animal Love!
Here's the 'Big Bad Bug'!
Here you meet man's best friend! This detective is still sniffing out your lost page! Until he does, farewell!
Here's a bug again, to warn you about the wrong page.
Here's the cat! This cute furry ball is set to search your page, but isn't up to finding it, so return to check the page later!
This bird is really paranoid, desperately looking for your page but unable to find it. But look at those cute eyes!
A cute piglet welcomes you here; you'll smile despite your irritation!