Can I Make a Different Header/Footer for One Page on Shopify?

Can I Make a Different Header/Footer for One Page on Shopify?

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Ever wondered:
“Can I create a different header or footer for just one page on Shopify?”
Yes — and it’s easier than you think (especially with Online Store 2.0)!

This guide will show you:

• How to make unique headers or footers for specific pages

• The best way to do it using custom templates

• A step-by-step method that works on any Shopify theme

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✅ Why You Might Want a Unique Header/Footer

There are many reasons to change your layout on a specific page:

• A landing page for ads that needs fewer distractions

• A sales funnel page with no navigation or cart links

• A collaboration or partner page with custom branding

• A special blog post or collection that needs unique elements

Shopify doesn’t offer this option out of the box, but with custom templates, you can get full control.

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🛠️ How to Create a Different Header or Footer for One Page in Shopify

Here’s a step-by-step method using Shopify’s theme code editor:

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🔹 Step 1: Duplicate Your Existing Page Template

1. Go to Online Store > Themes

2. Click Actions > Edit code

3. Under Templates, find page.json (or page.liquid if using older themes)

4. Click “Add a new template” → Page → Name it custom-header
   This will create a new file: page.custom-header.json

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🔹 Step 2: Create a Custom Section

1. Under Sections, duplicate your existing header and footer:

   • Rename them to custom-header.liquid and custom-footer.liquid

2. Modify the new files to suit your needs

   • Remove navigation, add special content, or change branding

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🔹 Step 3: Attach the Custom Header/Footer to the Template

Inside page.custom-header.json, replace the header/footer references:

{
  "sections": {
    "custom-header": {
      "type": "custom-header"
    },
    "main": {
      "type": "main-page"
    },
    "custom-footer": {
      "type": "custom-footer"
    }
  },
  "order": [
    "custom-header",
    "main",
    "custom-footer"
  ]
}

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🔹 Step 4: Apply the Template to Your Page

1. Go to Pages > Select the page you want to edit

2. On the right panel under Template, choose page.custom-header

3. Save and view your page — it now uses your unique header/footer

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🎯 Pro Tips for Better Control

• Use metafields to dynamically show/hide header/footer elements

• Use sections everywhere (Online Store 2.0) to create flexible layouts

• Add custom CSS to style only that page (body.template-page.custom-header)

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❓ FAQ – Shopify Header/Footer Customization

Q: Can I use a different logo in the header for one page?

Yes — modify the custom-header.liquid file and hardcode or conditionally load a different logo.

Q: Can I remove the footer entirely from one page?

Absolutely. Just exclude the footer section from the custom template.

Q: Will this affect my global store layout?

No — custom templates only apply to the pages where you assign them.

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🔚 Final Thoughts: Flexible Page Design in Shopify

With Shopify’s flexible templating system, you don’t need to install an app or switch platforms.
You can easily build pages with custom headers and footers, making your site:

• More dynamic

• Conversion-focused

• Better suited for campaigns or brand partnerships

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👨💻 Need Help Implementing This on Your Store?

At RootSyntax, we help Shopify merchants:

• Create dynamic layouts with different headers/footers

• Build fast, campaign-specific pages without apps

• Customize Shopify themes the smart way

📩 Contact us to get a custom header/footer setup tailored for your brand.