Parallax Background Effect

How to Create a Background Parallax Effect in Webflow (No Code)

Creating a background parallax effect in Webflow is one of the easiest ways to add depth and visual interest to your site — and the best part? You don’t need any code. By simply setting your background image to “Fixed,” you can achieve a smooth parallax look that moves naturally as the user scrolls.

What Is a Parallax Background?

A parallax effect is when your background image stays still while the foreground content scrolls over it. This subtle illusion of depth gives your site a modern, interactive feel without affecting load times or accessibility. It’s great for hero sections, full-screen banners, or any place you want to draw attention.

Step-by-Step: Create a Parallax Background in Webflow

1. Add a Section
   • Drag a Section element into your page.
   • Give it a fixed height (for example, 100vh or 600px).
2. Set the Background Image
   • With the section selected, go to the Style panel → Backgrounds.
   • Click the image icon and upload your background photo.
   • Set the Tiling option to None so the image doesn’t repeat.
   • Set Position to Center Center and Size to Cover.
3. Enable the Parallax Effect
   • Under Background Attachment, change the setting to Fixed.
   • This makes the background image stay still while everything else scrolls.
4. Add Foreground Content
   • Inside the same section, add a heading, text, or button.
   • Adjust padding and contrast so your content is readable over the image.
5. Preview Your Page
   • Scroll through your site — you’ll see your background stay fixed as the page moves.
   • That’s your built-in parallax effect, done entirely in the Webflow Designer.

Tips for Better Results

• Use high-quality, optimized images: A large hero image (around 2000 px wide) works best. Compress it first to improve performance.
• Add a dark overlay: To improve text visibility, use a gradient or semi-transparent black overlay.
• Try multiple sections: Stack two or more parallax sections between content blocks for a smooth scrolling experience.
• Test on mobile: The fixed background effect may not appear on mobile Safari due to browser limitations. If needed, replace it with a static image for smaller screens.

Why It Works So Well

Webflow handles the heavy lifting — the CSS background-attachment: fixed; property creates the illusion of depth without requiring JavaScript or scroll interactions. It’s fast, native, and perfect for lightweight landing pages or storytelling sections.