Astral

Astral is a single-page portfolio template by HTML5 UP that pairs a compact profile section with a large grid of twelve image links, all in a minimal HTML5/CSS3 layout.

What is Astral?

Astral is a single-page portfolio template from HTML5 UP, a site known for distributing free HTML5/CSS3 website templates. The demo page shows a "See my work" link with a profile photo, a short placeholder paragraph, and a grid of twelve portfolio images (pic01 through pic12). It also includes an embedded Twitter widget iframe near the bottom, and the whole page is designed to be a self-contained HTML document.

Key Features

• Single-page layout — Everything sits on one page, with a "See my work" anchor link jumping the viewer to the portfolio section.
• Profile area — A personal photo and a text block introduce the owner; in the demo, the text is a Latin placeholder beginning "Phasellus enim sapien."
• Twelve-portfolio grid — The main content is a grid of twelve images, each wrapped in a link, ready to be pointed at project pages or lightboxes.
• Twitter widget iframe — The demo reserves space for a Twitter feed via an iframe, letting you plug in a social stream.
• Pure HTML and CSS — No JavaScript framework or build tool is required; the template works as a plain static page.

Who is it for?

• Photographers — who want an image-first gallery to display twelve pieces of work in a simple grid.
• Freelance designers and illustrators — who need a compact online presence with a bio, a photo, and selected projects.
• Students and job seekers — who want a quick personal site to attach to resumes and applications.

What can you do with Astral?

• Showcase a portfolio: Replace the placeholder profile photo and the twelve image files with your own work, and link each tile to a case study or external site.
• Add a social media feed: Insert your Twitter widget code into the iframe area so visitors see recent tweets without leaving the page.
• Deploy as a static site: Because Astral is plain HTML and CSS, you can host it on GitHub Pages, Netlify, or any web server with no backend.

FAQ

Is Astral free to use?

Yes. HTML5 UP distributes all of its templates, including Astral, for free under the Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 License, so both personal and commercial use are allowed as long as you credit the designer.

What does the demo page include?

The demo page contains a "See my work" link with a profile image, a Latin placeholder paragraph, twelve portfolio images linked with hash links, and an iframe reserved for a Twitter widget.

Does Astral use a framework or build tool?

The demo page shows no evidence of a JavaScript framework or build step; it appears to be plain HTML5 and CSS3, which means it runs directly in any current browser.

Can I use Astral for a non-portfolio website?

The layout is specifically designed as a portfolio one-pager, but you could adapt the single-page structure for a simple landing page or personal page.