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Why does the site display differently depending on the browser?

Ensure a consistent experience across Chrome, Safari, and Firefox for your hotel website

Key points:

  • Understanding why browsers interpret Webflow code differently.
  • Identify the common causes of display discrepancies.
  • Apply best practices to ensure perfect compatibility.

It's common to see slight differences in appearance between browsers—for example, different spacing in Safari or a misaligned font in Firefox. This isn't a Webflow bug, but rather how each browser interprets HTML, CSS, and fonts. Here's how to ensure your hotel website looks consistent across all devices.

1. Understanding the rendering differences between browsers

Each browser (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge) has its own display engine:

  • Chrome and Edge use Chromium.
  • Safari is based on WebKit.
  • Firefox uses Gecko. These engines sometimes apply certain CSS rules differently, particularly regarding fonts, margins, and shadow effects. đź’ˇ Tip: Always test your pages on multiple browsers before publishing.

2. Check font compatibility

Fonts hosted via Google Fonts or downloaded fonts may display differently.

  • Use a web font format (.woff or .woff2) that is compatible with all browsers.
  • Limit the number of fonts and variations (Regular, Bold, Italic, etc.).
  • Enable “font-display: swap” to avoid display lag. đź’ˇ Avoid using local fonts that are only available on one device (they won't load elsewhere).

3. Control CSS styles and spacing

Margins, padding, and line heights may vary from browser to browser.

  • Define consistent values ​​in relative units (em, rem, %) rather than fixed pixels.
  • Check the alignment in the Tablet and Mobile views: some mobile browsers compress content differently.
  • Use CSS Grid or Flexbox for more stable rendering than manual alignment.

4. Check the visual effects and animations

Some Webflow effects, particularly blurs, shadows, or 3D animations, are not perfectly rendered everywhere.

  • Avoid complex CSS filters like backdrop-filter.
  • Test the hover interactions on Safari mobile, which doesn't always support them.
  • If an animation appears broken, disable it for the affected browsers via Limit to Device.

5. Clear the cache and check the versions

Sometimes the problem stems from an outdated cache or an old version of the browser.

  • Clear the cache after each Webflow update.
  • Always test on the latest stable version of the browser.
  • If a customer mentions a display problem, ask them to update their browser before troubleshooting.

Best practices for hotel websites

  • Always test your key pages (Home, Rooms, Booking) on ​​Chrome, Safari, and Firefox.
  • Opt for lightweight animations and simple layouts, which perform better on all search engines.
  • Use the preview tools in Webflow and BrowserStack to simulate multiple environments.

Conclusion

Display differences between browsers are normal but can be minimized through good design practices in Webflow. By regularly testing your pages and optimizing your styles, you ensure a smooth and consistent experience across all screens, reinforcing your hotel's premium image.