{"id":75449,"date":"2025-09-01T17:30:42","date_gmt":"2025-09-01T17:30:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/?p=75449"},"modified":"2026-03-31T07:41:47","modified_gmt":"2026-03-31T07:41:47","slug":"responsive-email-header-design","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/responsive-email-header-design\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Create Responsive Email Headers That Look Great Everywhere"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span>Emails are not like websites. In particular, figuring out how to create responsive email headers is a big challenge. In part, because email is an antique. With no modern flexbox or grid layouts, email relies on tables and inline CSS, resulting in inconsistent client support. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Attempting to code emails the old-fashioned way is difficult because responsive design must adapt to different screen sizes on desktop and mobile. Without the full arsenal of HTML and CSS, email headers with weirdly stretched logos, navigation elements that hide, and badly cropped hero images are just the tip of the iceberg. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Pull up a chair to the <\/span><code><em>&lt;table&gt;<\/em><\/code>,<span> and I\u2019ll let you in on some proven strategies to get your responsive email headers playing nicely across Gmail, Outlook, Apple Mail, and anything else you can throw at it.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span>Is it really that important to create responsive email headers in 2025?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span>Responsive email headers are important because you always want to put your best face forward. The email header is likely the first above-the-fold content your readers get the chance to see. It can totally <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/how-to-define-my-brands-tone-of-voice\/\"><span>set the tone<\/span><\/a><span> before a subscriber even skims the first lines. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Best case scenario:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><span>The email header renders correctly<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><span>Logo\u2019s sharp<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><span>Navigation is present and tappable<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><span>Images and CTAs are all behaving accordingly<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span>And you\u2019ve nurtured trust while sending your readers sliding down the page. But, what might cross your mind if you see a broken email junking up your inbox? I would bail. If the creator can\u2019t be bothered with testing, why should I even try to read it?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>So, with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.emailmonday.com\/mobile-email-usage-statistics\/#growth\"><span>something like half<\/span><\/a><span> of email opens happening on mobile, getting this right is non-negotiable. Without a properly responsive email header, you risk putting off half your audience.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span>What makes a responsive email header?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span>A great responsive email header looks great everywhere. It shouldn\u2019t matter if it\u2019s desktop, mobile, or on the fridge. Success hinges upon your design\u2019s ability to stay appealing and functional at any scale. Responsive design needs to be ready for any size screen, especially for key elements:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Logos:<\/b><span> Should be high-resolution images so they can scale and remain sharp. Don\u2019t embed text in logos. It doesn\u2019t scale nicely.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Navigation:<\/b><span> Keep links to a minimum and space for touch. Collapse extra items into the body if needed.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Hero images:<\/b><span> Crop for mobile to make sure the main subject stays visible on smaller screens.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>CTAs:<\/b><span> Use large, touch-friendly buttons with ample padding and clear contrast.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span>A simple, mobile-first setup for these core elements avoids the most common rendering failures<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span>Best email header dimensions and layout<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span>A great responsive email header starts with practical dimensions and a predictable layout. Consider these general guidelines:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Width:<\/b><span> 600\u2013700px is the safest standard across all major email clients.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Logo:<\/b><span> Use scalable images (SVG where supported, PNG fallback) and limit proportions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Typography:<\/b><span> Stick to web-safe fonts with clear fallbacks.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Navigation:<\/b><span> Limit to 2\u20133 links so they stay tappable on smaller screens.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Images:<\/b><span> Set to scale fluidly with the screen or container size. Don\u2019t forget to check how cropped images look on smaller screens.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span>Designing with a mobile-first mentality keeps the layout lightweight and helps prevent the most common issues that tend to appear during testing.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span>Common responsive email header mistakes<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span>Next time you\u2019re scrolling through emails, watch the headers for these rookie mistakes.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Overloaded headers:<\/b><span> Too many links or stacked elements make layouts unusable.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Text inside images:<\/b><span> Could break in dark mode, limits accessibility, and generally doesn\u2019t scale gracefully.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ignoring dark mode:<\/b><span> Logos, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/how-to-develop-an-icon-library\/\"><span>icons<\/span><\/a><span>, buttons, your promo code. It can all disappear if you don\u2019t provide instructions on how to render in this increasingly common scenario.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Unsupported fonts:<\/b><span> Always define safe fallbacks to avoid broken text.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span>Avoiding these issues is the first of many steps to keep your header looking and working well across devices.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span>How to code a responsive email header (with example)<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span>There\u2019s a problem with coding emails in general, and that is their reliance on dinosaur email code. Being limited to tables for layout feels a little nostalgic, but modern CSS isn\u2019t widely supported. So, we\u2019ll need to hop in a time machine and go over some old-school methods to make sure tables stay in their lane. <\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span>Responsive email header design: Example of a responsive logo<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span>Here\u2019s an example of how to create a responsive header with a logo, with a few tricks to make sure everything looks good on Gmail and Outlook. In this case, the idea is to<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>One of the first hurdles to creating a responsive email header is <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/tools\/logo-maker\/\"><span>getting your logo<\/span><\/a><span> to display correctly across screen sizes. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>This example uses a <\/span><code><span><em>&lt;table&gt;<\/em><\/span><\/code> <span>instead of<\/span><span> <\/span><span><code><em>&lt;div&gt;<\/em><\/code>. <\/span><span>Email clients usually strip <\/span><span><code><em>&lt;style&gt;<\/em><\/code><\/span><span> blocks and class selectors, so this responsive layout relies on inline styles.<\/span><\/p>\n<pre><code>&lt;table role=\"presentation\" width=\"100%\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" border=\"0\" style=\"border-collapse:collapse;\"&gt;\r\n  &lt;tr&gt;\r\n    &lt;td align=\"center\" style=\"padding:0;\"&gt;\r\n      &lt;!-- Optional: wrap the logo in a link --&gt;\r\n      &lt;!-- &lt;a href=\"https:\/\/example.com\" style=\"text-decoration:none;\"&gt; --&gt;\r\n        &lt;img \r\n          src=\"https:\/\/yourSite.com\/300x80.png?text=Logo\" \r\n          width=\"150\" \r\n          height=\"40\" \r\n          alt=\"Brand Logo\" \r\n          border=\"0\"\r\n          style=\"display:block;width:100%;max-width:150px;height:auto;line-height:100%;outline:none;text-decoration:none;border:0;\"&gt;\r\n      &lt;!-- &lt;\/a&gt; --&gt;\r\n    &lt;\/td&gt;\r\n  &lt;\/tr&gt;\r\n&lt;\/table&gt;\r\n<\/code><\/pre>\n<p><b>What makes this email header logo responsive:<\/b><\/p>\n<pre><code>cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" border=\"0\" style=\"border-collapse:collapse;\"<\/code><\/pre>\n<p><span>Removes default table spacing that can display as a gap in Outlook and some other webmail clients.<\/span><span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>align=&#8221;center&#8221;<\/em><span> on the <\/span><em>&lt;td&gt; <\/em><span>centers the logo consistently in Outlook.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>width=&#8221;150&#8243; + height=&#8221;40&#8243;<\/em> on the <em>&lt;img&gt; s<\/em><span>ets the logo\u2019s dimensions as HTML attributes, which helps Outlook render at the intended size.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<pre><code>border=\"0\"<span>, <\/span><span>outline:none<\/span><span>, <\/span><span>text-decoration:none<\/span><span>, <\/span><span>line-height:100% <\/span><\/code><\/pre>\n<p><span>This is a clean-up crew for odd gaps, unintended borders, weird focus rings on linked images, and other niceties. The next inline style keeps it responsive. <\/span><\/p>\n<pre><code>&lt;style=\"width:100%; max-width:150px; height:auto; display:block;\" <span>max-width:150px<\/span><span><\/span><\/code><\/pre>\n<ul>\n<li><em>max-width:150px<\/em> &#8211; caps desktop size<\/li>\n<li><em>width:100% <\/em><span><\/span>Lets the logo scale down when the container is narrower<\/li>\n<li><em>height:auto<\/em><span> preserves aspect ratio<\/span><\/li>\n<li><em>display:block<\/em><span> removes the default inline gap.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Pro tip:<\/b><span> Use testing tools like <\/span><b>Litmus<\/b><span>, <\/span><b>Email on Acid<\/b><span>, or <\/span><b>CaniEmail<\/b><span> to preview your header across 90+ clients before sending.<\/span><\/p>\n\r\n<style>\r\n  #ctablocks_inline_123{\r\n          background-color: #000000;\r\n        color: #ffffff;\r\n    border-radius: 12px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  #ctablocks_inline_123 p{\r\n    color: #ffffff;\r\n  }\r\n  #ctablocks_inline_123 .button{\r\n        background-color: #3339F1;\r\n      color: #ffffff;\r\n    border-color: #3339F1 !important;\r\n  }\r\n  #ctablocks_inline_123 .button:hover{\r\n    background: rgba(51,57,241,0.8);\r\n    color: #ffffff;\r\n    opacity: 1;\r\n  }\r\n        #ctablocks_inline_123 .ctablocks_content_info p {\r\n        padding-left: 36px;\r\n      }\r\n      #ctablocks_inline_123 .ctablocks_content_button {\r\n          margin-left: 37px;\r\n      }\r\n  @media screen and (min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 1260px) {\r\n      #ctablocks_inline_123 .ctablocks_content_button {\r\n          margin-left: 37px !important;\r\n      }\r\n  }\r\n  ;\r\n<\/style>\r\n<div id=\"ctablocks_inline_123\" class=\"ctablocks_container inline_type\r\n        \">\r\n\r\n  <div class=\"ctablocks_content clear\">\r\n    <div class=\"ctablocks_content_info\">\r\n      \r\n            <div class=\"title-wrap\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t                  <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/04\/Group-175063@2x.png\" alt=\"Custom Logos. 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No design skills required.<\/span>\r\n      \r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\n<h2><span>How to build a responsive email header without coding<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span>Unless you are coding your own emails, or you have a system where you\u2019re reusing elements you\u2019ve already put together, it\u2019s probably going to be easier to create a responsive email header in a drag-and-drop builder.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Knowing how to prep images and assets so they\u2019ll fit and scale correctly will take you far in something <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/knowledge.hubspot.com\/marketing-email\/create-and-send-marketing-emails\"><span>like Hubspot\u2019s email builder<\/span><\/a><span> or tools like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.canva.com\/templates\/s\/email\/\"><span>Canva<\/span><\/a><span>.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span>Example workflow: Canva \u2192 ESP \u2192 test<\/span><\/h4>\n<ol class=\"black\">\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Design assets:<\/b><span> Create logo and header graphics in Canva or Figma. <\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Export images:<\/b><span> Save as PNG or JPG under 100KB, with transparent backgrounds where possible.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Upload to ESP:<\/b><span> Drop assets into your ESP\u2019s header block. Then add any necessary text using the editor.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Save template:<\/b><span> Once it looks good, save it as a <\/span><b>reusable header template<\/b><span> inside your ESP.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Test across devices:<\/b><span> Use your ESP preview or <\/span><b>Litmus\/Email on Acid<\/b><span> to confirm scaling on mobile.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>Why this works:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><span>Keeps emails lightweight and fast.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><span>Separates text from images for better responsiveness.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><span>Creates a repeatable workflow you can use campaign after campaign.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span>Email header accessibility and performance tips<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>File size:<\/b><span> Keep header images under 100KB to improve load speed.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Alt text:<\/b><span> Describe logos and icons for screen readers.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Contrast:<\/b><span> Ensure text and CTAs are legible in light and dark mode.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Scalable text:<\/b><span> Use live text instead of embedding it in images.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span>A lightweight, accessible header not only loads faster but also ensures your brand is visible to everyone.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span>How to test email headers across clients and devices<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span>It\u2019s not high-tech, but the first thing I do before anything customer-facing goes out is to test on my own devices under real-world conditions. Once it passes this test, it\u2019s time to open the toolbox and make sure it looks good everywhere else. <\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Client differences:<\/b><span> Outlook, Gmail, and Apple Mail render code differently. Never assume one preview is enough.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Testing tools:<\/b><span> Use Litmus<\/span><b>, <\/b><span>Email on Acid<\/span><b>, <\/b><span>CaniEmail, or your ESP\u2019s built-in preview tools to test headers across client and device combinations.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Seed testing:<\/b><span> Send test campaigns internally before launch to catch issues.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Dark mode checks:<\/b><span> Confirm that logos, icons, and background colors adapt properly.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span>Consistent testing prevents broken layouts from reaching subscribers<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span>Responsive email header best practices: key takeaways<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span>Responsive email headers succeed when they are mobile-first, lightweight, and tested. No matter how you\u2019re creating emails, using this approach greets your readers with a user-friendly message that keeps branding intact on any size screen.<\/span><\/p>\n\r\n<style>\r\n  #ctablocks_inline_129{\r\n          background-color: #000000;\r\n        color: #ffffff;\r\n    border-radius: 6px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  #ctablocks_inline_129 p{\r\n    color: #ffffff;\r\n  }\r\n  #ctablocks_inline_129 .button{\r\n        background-color: #3339F1;\r\n      color: #ffffff;\r\n    border-color: #3339F1 !important;\r\n  }\r\n  #ctablocks_inline_129 .button:hover{\r\n    background: rgba(51,57,241,0.8);\r\n    color: #ffffff;\r\n    opacity: 1;\r\n  }\r\n        #ctablocks_inline_129 .ctablocks_content_info p {\r\n        padding-left: 36px;\r\n      }\r\n      #ctablocks_inline_129 .ctablocks_content_button {\r\n          margin-left: 37px;\r\n      }\r\n  @media screen and (min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 1260px) {\r\n      #ctablocks_inline_129 .ctablocks_content_button {\r\n          margin-left: 37px !important;\r\n      }\r\n  }\r\n  ;\r\n<\/style>\r\n<div id=\"ctablocks_inline_129\" class=\"ctablocks_container inline_type\r\n        \">\r\n\r\n  <div class=\"ctablocks_content clear\">\r\n    <div class=\"ctablocks_content_info\">\r\n      \r\n            <div class=\"title-wrap\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t                  <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/04\/Group-175063@2x.png\" alt=\"Try the Free Branding Kit from 10Web!\" title=\"Try the Free Branding Kit from 10Web!\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t            <h4>Try the Free Branding Kit from 10Web!<\/h4>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n              <p>You\u2019ve done the work. Now build the brand that shows it!<\/p>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"ctablocks_content_button\">\r\n              <a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/tools\/logo-maker\/\" class=\"button\"  data-gtag=\"cta-129\" data-buttontype=\"cta-inline\"\r\n\t        >Try the Branding Kit<\/a>\r\n            \r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\n<h2><span>FAQ<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><div class=\"faq-shortcode\">\n    <p class=\"faq_title\">How do I make an email header responsive?<\/p>\n    <div class=\"faq_content\"><br \/>\n<span>Use a 600\u2013700px table-based layout with inline CSS and media queries. If you\u2019re in a hurry, drag-and-drop builders like BeeFree or Klaviyo handle responsiveness automatically. Either way, always test across clients before sending.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<br \/>\n<div class=\"faq-shortcode\">\n    <p class=\"faq_title\">What is the best size for an email header?<\/p>\n    <div class=\"faq_content\"><br \/>\n<span>Stick to a header width of <\/span>600\u2013700px<span>. This ensures consistent rendering across Gmail, Outlook, and Apple Mail. Keep images under 100KB for faster load times.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<br \/>\n<div class=\"faq-shortcode\">\n    <p class=\"faq_title\">How can I make an image responsive in email headers?<\/p>\n    <div class=\"faq_content\"><br \/>\n<span>Set images to <\/span><em>max-width: 100%<\/em><span> in inline CSS so they shrink proportionally on smaller screens. For hero images, design with safe cropping in mind to protect the focal point on mobile.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<br \/>\n<div class=\"faq-shortcode\">\n    <p class=\"faq_title\">Why does my email header look broken in Outlook or Gmail?<\/p>\n    <div class=\"faq_content\"><br \/>\n<span>Email clients use outdated rendering engines. Outlook ignores some media queries, while Gmail clips emails larger than ~102KB. Always test with Litmus or Email on Acid to catch client-specific quirks.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<br \/>\n<div class=\"faq-shortcode\">\n    <p class=\"faq_title\">Do I need to code email headers, or can I use a builder?<\/p>\n    <div class=\"faq_content\"><br \/>\n<span>Both work. Coding provides maximum control but requires tables and inline CSS, as well as fallbacks for edge cases, clients, and devices. Builders like Stripo and Campaign Monitor make it easier for marketers to create responsive headers without touching code.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<br \/>\n<div class=\"faq-shortcode\">\n    <p class=\"faq_title\">How do I design an email header for dark mode?<\/p>\n    <div class=\"faq_content\"><br \/>\n<span>Avoid embedding text in images, use transparent PNGs for logos, and add safe background colors. Test in dark mode specifically, since colors and images can invert or disappear.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<br \/>\n<div class=\"faq-shortcode\">\n    <p class=\"faq_title\">What should I include in a responsive email header?<\/p>\n    <div class=\"faq_content\"><br \/>\n<span>Keep it simple: your logo, a short navigation (2\u20133 links max), and a clear CTA. Too many elements overload the header and cause rendering issues on mobile.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Emails are not like websites. In particular, figuring out how to create responsive email headers is a big challenge. In part, because email is an antique. With no modern flexbox or grid layouts, email relies on tables and inline CSS, resulting in inconsistent client support. Attempting to code emails the old-fashioned way is difficult because responsive design must adapt to&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":103,"featured_media":75106,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"two_page_speed":[],"footnotes":"","tenweb_blog_toc":"<ul>\r\n\t<li>\r\n\t\t<a href=\"#is-it-really-that-important-to-create-responsive-email-headers-in-2025\">Is it really that important to create responsive email headers in 2025?<\/a>\r\n\t<\/li>\r\n\t<li>\r\n\t\t<a href=\"#what-makes-a-responsive-email-header\">What makes a responsive email header?<\/a>\r\n\t\t<ul>\r\n\t\t\t<li>\r\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#best-email-header-dimensions-and-layout\">Best email header dimensions and layout<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t<\/li>\r\n\t\t\t<li>\r\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#common-responsive-email-header-mistakes\">Common responsive email header mistakes<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t<\/li>\r\n\t\t<\/ul>\r\n\t<\/li>\r\n\t<li>\r\n\t\t<a href=\"#how-to-code-a-responsive-email-header-with-example\">How to code a responsive email header (with example)<\/a>\r\n\t<\/li>\r\n\t<li>\r\n\t\t<a href=\"#how-to-build-a-responsive-email-header-without-coding\">How to build a responsive email header without coding<\/a>\r\n\t<\/li>\r\n\t<li>\r\n\t\t<a href=\"#email-header-accessibility-and-performance-tips\">Email header accessibility and performance tips<\/a>\r\n\t\t<ul>\r\n\t\t\t<li>\r\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#how-to-test-email-headers-across-clients-and-devices\">How to test email headers across clients and devices<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t<\/li>\r\n\t\t<\/ul>\r\n\t<\/li>\r\n\t<li>\r\n\t\t<a href=\"#responsive-email-header-best-practices-key-takeaways\">Responsive email header best practices: key takeaways<\/a>\r\n\t<\/li>\r\n\t<li>\r\n\t\t<a href=\"#faq\">FAQ<\/a>\r\n\t<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n","tenweb_blog_competitor_type":"","tenweb_blog_competitor_names":"","tenweb_blog_twb_version":0,"tenweb_blog_type":""},"categories":[545],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-75449","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-branding"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v23.0 (Yoast SEO v23.0) - 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