Disable Parallax on Mobile

Code Toolkit
Written By Squarestylist Support

What You'll Create

A simple script that detects mobile devices and automatically disables parallax effects on section backgrounds. Your desktop visitors still enjoy the parallax experience while mobile visitors get smooth, performant scrolling.

The Problem It Solves

Parallax effects can cause stuttery, laggy scrolling on mobile devices, especially older phones. Squarespace doesn't offer a way to disable parallax only on mobile. This technique gives mobile visitors a better experience without sacrificing desktop effects.

Perfect For

Performance optimization, Mobile UX improvement, Sites with heavy parallax use, Client handoff projects, Accessibility enhancement

What Makes This Different

This technique checks what device is viewing the page. If it's a phone or tablet, the parallax setting gets switched off before the page renders. Desktop visitors see parallax as normal. No visual changes on desktop—just a smoother experience for everyone on mobile.

Details

  • Section Type: Fluid & Classic

  • Code Type: JavaScript

  • Prerequisites: Footer code injection access, Squarespace 7.0 site

  • Toolkit Title: Disable Parallax on Mobile

Learn This Technique

This is one of 150+ code techniques taught inside Standout Squarespace, where you get:

  • The complete, copy-paste code

  • Video walkthrough explaining how it works

  • The principles behind the technique so you can customize it

  • Access to our private community for support

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