kodulehekülje

Kodulehekülg is the Estonian term for the main page of a website. The possessive form "kodulehekülje" is used in phrases such as "kodulehekülje sisu" (the content of the homepage) or "kodulehekülje aadress" (the homepage URL). In everyday Estonian web usage, the kodulehekülg is the site’s front door: it introduces the site's purpose and branding and serves as a hub from which visitors can navigate to other pages.

Functionally, the homepage often provides a concise overview of the site’s offerings and directs visitors to important sections. Typical elements include branding, a navigation menu, a hero area or featured content, summaries of services or products, contact information, and a search field. In larger sites, the homepage may feature carousels or feeds, but it should remain readable, fast-loading, and accessible on mobile devices.

Design and technical considerations emphasize clarity and accessibility. A good homepage uses a clear visual hierarchy, responsive layout, and fast load times. It should provide accessible navigation, proper alt text for images, and keyboard-friendly controls. From an SEO perspective, it typically includes descriptive title tags, metadata, and internal links to important pages. Content management systems and templates enable consistent homepage updates across a site.

History and evolution: The concept emerged with early web design, where a static index.html functioned as the starting point for browsing. Over time, homepages evolved to reflect branding and dynamic content, with content management systems enabling easier updates. Today, many sites use alternative landing pages or gate pages, but the term remains widely understood as the primary entry page for a site.