As defined, EC branded Standardised websites host thematic content detailing, for example, policies for which the owner DG/Agency is responsible. They are separate technical instances.
The EC-branded standardised websites use the components of the Europa Components Library (ECL) as this template shows:
Components | Mandatory elements | Optional elements |
---|---|---|
Global banner The global banner is the official EU stamp; the content on Europa comes genuinely from the EU | yes | no |
the standardised site header should be on every page. It communicates the European Commission brand and provides basic structure and guidance | the European Commission logo linking to: class name site name | language select Europa search form menu |
Standardised page header The page header is composed of several mandatory and optional elements | Page title | breadcrumb meta introduction |
Standardised footer The standardised footer should be on every page. It provides supplementary information such as copyright, legal, privacy, social media, contact information and links to other important sections within the European Commission ecosystem. | site name content owner details class name corporate name service navigation legal navigation | DG- related service navigation DG-related navigation |
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Unit B.3
Europa Web Communication
The Europa Web Guide is the official rulebook for the European Commission's web presence, covering editorial, legal, technical, visual and contractual aspects.
All European Commission web sites must observe the rules and guidelines it contains.
Web practitioners are invited to observe its contents and keep abreast of updates.
More information about the web guide.