Elate is a free Bootstrap 3 HTML5 multipurpose portfolio template from ThemeWagon and Free HTML5 CO that delivers a one-page animated site with parallax scrolling, four color schemes, a sticky header, and a contact form UI.
What is Elate?
Elate is a free, open-source HTML5 portfolio template built on Bootstrap 3.3.5, designed for one-page multipurpose websites. It takes content like project images, videos, testimonials, and contact details as input and renders a polished single-page portfolio site with smooth parallax and on-hover animations. The template was created by Free HTML5 CO and distributed by ThemeWagon, with a live preview hosted at themewagon.github.io/elate/. It includes SCSS files, one HTML file, ten CSS files, demo images, and an Icomoon fonts pack.
Key Features
- Bootstrap 3.3.5 framework — built on the classic Bootstrap grid and components, ensuring cross-browser support across Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari, Opera, and mobile.
- One-page layout — all sections (welcome, text-image, work, testimonial, contact) live on a single scrolling page.
- Parallax and animation effects — sections include parallax backgrounds, animated count-up counters, on-hover image reveals, and a burger menu on smaller screens.
- 4 distinct color schemes — shipped-in color palette options let you change the look without editing core files.
- Embedded linked video — a dedicated section links videos from YouTube, Vimeo, or other sharing platforms.
- Sorted work grid with Magnific Popup — project images open in a detailed lightbox view with hover animation.
- Sticky navigation panel — an animated sticky header helps users navigate the one-page layout effortlessly.
- Contact form UI ready — a pre-built contact form interface (UI only; backend handling not included), plus a back-to-top button and animated social media icons in the footer.
Who is it for?
- Freelancers — present services and past projects on a single animated page with a contact form.
- Web designers and developers — showcase work portfolios with a sorted project grid and lightbox details.
- Programmers — display code projects, GitHub-style highlights, and client testimonials.
- Small agencies — use the multipurpose sections and four color schemes to brand a lightweight company site.
What can you do with Elate?
- Showcase a project portfolio — populate the work section with images; Magnific Popup gives visitors a detailed view on click.
- Embed video introductions — link a YouTube or Vimeo video in the video section to explain your services.
- Collect and display testimonials — add client quotes in the testimonial section to build trust.
- Capture leads with a contact form UI — the ready-made form UI lets visitors send inquiries (requires wiring up a backend).
Package contents
The download contains SCSS files, one HTML file, ten CSS files, demo images, and an Icomoon fonts pack. Credits include jQuery Modernizr, Pexels for demo photos, Bootstrap, and Icomoon for fonts and icons.
FAQ
Is Elate free?
Yes, Elate is a free download from ThemeWagon, released under an open-source license that allows commercial use. It has roughly 11,984 downloads and receives lifetime free updates.
What Bootstrap version does Elate use?
Elate uses Bootstrap 3.3.5, and it also includes jQuery Modernizr for feature detection and Icomoon for icons.
The template ships with a contact form UI ready for display, but no backend processing is included, so you'll need to connect it to a form handler or service.
Can I change the template's colors?
Yes, Elate includes four distinct color schemes, so you can switch the site palette to match your brand.
