What is a Hero?
A hero image, or hero header, is a large banner image featured at the top of a website. It can be the first element visitors see due to its prominent placement.
More About Hero Images
A hero usually covers the full-width space on a website’s homepage. It can establish a more consistent, minimalist web design that catches the attention of new users.
After they attract attention, hero images usually leave an impression. They can impress users and provide a quick visual message about the website. The correct graphic can be visually pleasing and appeal to a visitor’s emotions.
Using a hero image can also direct attention to call-to-action buttons, improving a website’s navigation. Ultimately, a hero image can be any eye-catching graphic, but some websites feature products or promotional messages.
