Funky 404 pages your website visitor's will love

Whilst on the hunt for a very cool 404 page for ourselves, we came across some real funky designs and we thought why not share the love?

That being said, if you’re on the hunt for some design inspiration for your website, your client’s website, or you’re just a lover of design, take a look at some of these super cool 404 pages we found on Awwwards.

The Importance of 404 Pages

A thoughtfully crafted 404 page serves multiple purposes. It helps retain visitors who might otherwise leave your site in frustration, thereby reducing bounce rates. By providing clear navigation options or an enticing call to action, these pages guide users back into the main content of the website. Moreover, they offer a chance to express your brand’s personality and capture user interest through creative elements.

What Makes a 404 Page Stand Out?

Humour: A dash of humour can do wonders in transforming an otherwise dull error message into something memorable. A playful joke or clever pun can lighten the mood and make the experience less frustrating for the user.

Interactive Features: Interactive elements like mini-games or Easter eggs can engage users and encourage them to spend more time on the site. These features can be particularly effective in capturing the attention of a user who might be momentarily disappointed.

Unique Visuals: Bold visuals or animations that align with the brand’s theme can make a 404 page visually appealing. This not only maintains consistency but also impressively showcases the brand’s creativity.

Anyways, let’s skip to the fun stuff… 

Funky puzzle 404

This one of a kind puzzle 404 page is the perfect way to add memorable animation to a website.

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Inverted curser 404

If you're looking to add a simple yet effective animation effect into your website, this is a great option!

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Retro 404 coolness

Again, simple but effective and no animation required!

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Wavy animated 404 

This is a great example of a funky 404 page but can be achieved whilst staying within brand guidelines.

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Sad smiley face 404 

A cool way to add some character into your website without doing anything too crazy!

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404s falling from the sky

This is super cool, BRB replicating this for ourselves! 🏃🏼

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Spooky Shark 404 

This is a real favourite from us! The type of 404 page you wouldn't want to leave. Complex animation may be required.

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Cute monster 404 

This cute monster has no animation required to create, however it would look great animated too!

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If you want someone to recreate these for you, get in touch today!