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Dark Mode FAQ for Publishers

A dark mode-compatible version of your logo is required to ensure sufficient contrast on a dark background. You can upload this logo directly to your site by navigating to: WordPress Admin > Appearance > Customize > Site Identity > Select image for “Dark Theme logo” > Publish

How do I change my dark mode compatible brand colors?

Dark mode-compatible brand colors are required to ensure sufficient contrast on a dark background. You can set your dark mode primary color in the Publisher App under Settings > Appearance > Colors > Dark Theme Primary Color.

In addition, please consider what you want for your dark mode-compatible secondary brand color, which is primarily used as the highlight color. You can set it in the Publisher App under Settings > Appearance > Colors > Dark Theme Secondary Color.

Can I opt out of dark mode for my site on the Lede platform?

You can disable the public-facing dark mode toggle for your site by turning off “Dark theme option enabled” in the Publisher App under Settings > Appearance. When this is off, readers will not see a light/dark switch in the header or in article previews. Dark mode is enabled by default for new Lede sites.

How do I preview content in dark mode?

To preview content in dark mode, click to Preview as you normally would and then toggle on dark mode via the light switch.

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