I stumbled across a witty custom 404 page this weekend. Though an extreme example (and slightly stupid) Livejournal's server error made me smile:
When dealing with client recommendations for design, usability, and accessibility, we always stress the importance of a custom 404 page. Why? Because I think everyone gets a little sick of seeing standard pages that do little to direct users toward a useful solution. These boring, default 404s are not friendly, they're hostile. And without the proper presentation they risk scaring away less savvy visitors who might not be content to just hit the Back button and get over it.
I stumbled across a witty custom 404 page this weekend. Though an extreme example (and slightly stupid) Livejournal's server error made me smile:
I stumbled across a witty custom 404 page this weekend. Though an extreme example (and slightly stupid) Livejournal's server error made me smile:
That is actually a classic 404 page that has been used by many. In fact - I do believe it was the default 404 page for a certain linux distro at one point. Slackware maybe?
https://digg.com/offbeat_news/Best_404_Page_of...
Looks like the CMS strips the period in the URL resulting in a real 404 :)
https://digg.com/offbeat_news/Best_404_Page_of...
Nice find katfive. This one had me laughing:
https://www.omninerd.com/404.htm
Sounds a lot like your typical self-critical introspective LiveJournal post. It's like the server absorbed angst from its users - I love it.
Sounds like an idea for a contest: pick your favorite target, and create a 404 page that mocks its typical user.
Sounds alot like mcs to me!
We have a link to the homepage, sitemap, and our search function, but this is way more personal and interesting than any other I've seen. I don't know if the humor would be appropriate for some business websites, but having a good personality in a website is great.
Classic Marvin the Paranoid Android.
"I got very bored and depressed, so I went and plugged myself into [the ship]'s external computer feed. I talked to the computer at great length, and explained my view of the universe to it, " said Marvin.
"And what happened?" pressed Ford.
"It committed suicide," said Marvin.
Good quote! That Marvin...such a paranoid (and depressed) android.