SharePoint Gets a Makeover: Fresh Looks and Smart Branding Ahead

Microsoft has announced major updates to site headers and footers, giving developers and site owners more design freedom than ever before.  

What’s New? 

For site owners: 

• Header/footer customization with background images and overlays. 

• Font personalization across titles, navigation links, footer names, and footer links. 

• New left-aligned layout support for modern designs. 

For viewers: 

• A distraction-free UI with the command bar hidden in view mode. 

Why We Care? 

• Less coding and faster deployments with fewer workarounds 

• Improved branding and usability without third-party tools 

• Deliver a modern and intuitive intranet experience 

 ✨Update drops by late August 2025 and complete by mid-September 2025✨ 

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