How can I create a sticky footer in Webflow without having to use excessively large top margins?

To create a sticky footer in Webflow without relying on large top margins, you can use a flexbox layout approach for your page structure.

1. Use the Right Page Structure

• Wrap your entire page content in a main wrapper div (e.g., call it Page Wrapper).
• Inside this wrapper, add three children: Header, Main Content, and Footer.

2. Configure the Wrapper for Full Height

• Select the Page Wrapper, and set:
• Display: Flex
• Flex Direction: Vertical (Column)
• Height: 100vh
• This sets the wrapper’s height to 100% of the viewport and allows vertical stacking.

3. Set Main Content to Flex Grow

• Select the Main Content section (the middle div), and set its:
• Flex Child: Expand (Grow if possible)
• This makes the Main Content push the footer to the bottom if there’s not enough content.

4. Footer Behavior

• The Footer will automatically stick to the bottom when the page content is short.
• When content grows taller than the viewport, the footer is pushed down and behaves normally (i.e., not overlapping content).

5. Optional Styling Tips

• Add padding or margins to internal elements if needed, but avoid using large top margins to push the footer down manually.
• If your site has forms or modals that may extend the page, test responsiveness to ensure the layout holds.

Summary

Use a vertically stacked flexbox structure where the main wrapper has 100vh height and the main content is set to Grow. This ensures the footer sticks to the bottom on short pages without excessive spacing tricks.