Church Branding
Customize SoapBox with your church’s visual identity. Your brand helps members feel at home and reinforces your church’s identity across digital touchpoints.Accessing Brand Settings
Go to Admin > Settings > BrandingColor Scheme
Primary Color
Your main brand color:- Used for buttons and links
- Highlights and accents
- Navigation elements
Secondary Color
Supporting brand color:- Complementary elements
- Secondary buttons
- Background accents
How to Set Colors
- Enter hex code (e.g., #4F46E5)
- Or use color picker
- Preview changes
- Save when satisfied
Color Suggestions
| Use Case | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Buttons | Strong, vibrant color |
| Links | Distinguishable from text |
| Backgrounds | Subtle, not overpowering |
| Text | High contrast with background |
Logo Usage
Logo Placement
Your logo appears:- App header
- Email communications
- Exported documents
- Shared content
Logo Formats
Upload multiple versions: Primary Logo- Full-color version
- Horizontal layout preferred
- SVG or PNG
- Light-colored version
- For dark backgrounds
- Same dimensions as primary
- Simplified version
- Square format
- Used in small spaces
Logo Guidelines
- Minimum size: 100px height
- Maximum file size: 2MB
- Transparent background recommended
- No additional text or taglines in logo file
Typography
Font Selection
Choose fonts that match your brand: Heading Font- Used for titles
- Can be more distinctive
- Ensures brand recognition
- Used for content
- Should be highly readable
- Clean and professional
Available Fonts
Select from web-safe fonts including:- Inter (modern, clean)
- Roboto (friendly, approachable)
- Open Sans (neutral, professional)
- Lato (warm, stable)
- Plus custom font upload (Pro feature)
Custom Content
Welcome Message
Customize the welcome message new members see:- Personal greeting
- What to do first
- Who to contact for help
- Church-specific instructions
Custom Links
Add links to church resources:- Church website
- Give page
- Contact form
- Custom pages
Footer Content
Customize app footer:- Copyright notice
- Legal links
- Contact information
Email Customization
Email Template
Customize automated emails: Header- Church logo
- Brand colors
- Church name
- Church address
- Social media links
- Unsubscribe info
- Legal text
Email Sender
Configure sending identity:- From name (e.g., “Grace Community Church”)
- Reply-to address
- Signature block
Content Appearance
Community Feed
Customize feed appearance:- Card style
- Image display
- Interaction buttons
Event Cards
Customize event presentation:- Featured image display
- Information layout
- RSVP button style
Profile Cards
Member profile appearance:- Avatar shape (circle, square, rounded)
- Info display
- Badge visibility
Advanced Branding (Pro)
Custom Domain
Use your own domain:- church.yourdomain.com
- Full white-label experience
- SSL certificate included
Custom CSS
For advanced customization:- Override default styles
- Create unique experiences
- Requires CSS knowledge
App Icon (Enterprise)
Custom app icon for:- PWA installations
- Home screen icon
- Browser favicon
Branding Across Features
Giving
Brand your giving experience:- Custom giving page header
- Branded receipts
- Thank you messages
Check-In
Custom check-in experience:- Welcome screens
- Name tag templates
- Kiosk branding
Communications
Branded communications:- Email headers
- SMS sender ID (where supported)
- Push notification icon
Preview & Testing
Preview Mode
See changes before publishing:- Make branding changes
- Click Preview
- Review across screens
- Check mobile appearance
- Publish when satisfied
Test Accounts
Use test accounts to verify:- Member experience
- Different role views
- Email appearance
- Mobile vs. desktop
Brand Consistency Tips
Use Official Assets
Use Official Assets
Use your church’s official logo and colors. Consistency builds recognition.
Consider Accessibility
Consider Accessibility
Ensure sufficient color contrast. Test with accessibility tools.
Think Mobile First
Think Mobile First
Most users are on mobile. Ensure branding works on small screens.
Match Other Platforms
Match Other Platforms
Align with your website and social media branding for consistent experience.
Less Is More
Less Is More
Simple, clean branding often outperforms busy, complex designs.