How can I fix the issue where hover transitions are not occurring on a Webflow website when one element is hidden using visibility and has a higher z-index than another element?

If hover transitions are not working in Webflow and you have a hidden element with a higher z-index, the issue is likely due to that element still blocking interactions even when hidden with visibility: hidden. Here’s how to fix it:

1. Use Opacity Instead of Visibility

• visibility: hidden only makes the element invisible but doesn’t remove it from the interaction layer.
• Instead, apply opacity: 0 and pointer-events: none to prevent it from interfering.

2. Set display: none Instead of visibility: hidden

• display: none removes the element from the document flow completely.
• Unlike visibility: hidden, it ensures that the element won’t block hover interactions.

3. Check Z-Index & Positioning

• If the hidden element must overlap others for interactions later:
• Ensure it only receives a high z-index when it becomes visible.
• Instead of always having a high z-index, change the z-index alongside the visibility state.

4. Use Pointer Events for Fine Control

• Add pointer-events: none to the hidden element to prevent it from intercepting interactions.
• When revealing the element, switch it back to pointer-events: auto to restore functionality.

5. Debug with Webflow’s Preview Mode & DevTools

• Use Webflow’s Preview Mode to check interactions.
• Use Chrome DevTools (Inspect Element > Hover Mode) to simulate hover states and see if an invisible element is blocking interactions.

Summary

If a hidden element with a high z-index blocks hover transitions, use opacity: 0 + pointer-events: none, or display: none, instead of visibility: hidden. Adjust z-index dynamically and inspect interactions in DevTools to ensure nothing is interfering.