Verificat
Verificat
Web design and development for Verificat, an online newspaper specializing in fact-checking and news verification.
Client
Associació Verificat
Year of creation
Project scope
Website
Verificat is a digital media outlet dedicated to fact-checking, a crucial aspect in today’s information era, where the spread of fake news and misinformation demands rigorous and specialized work. The goal of the project was to modernize its online platform to improve usability, adaptability, and better highlight its role in news verification.
Regarding the design, we maintained the core corporate identity while introducing significant improvements in usability and digital adaptation. One of the main modifications was a typography change, selecting one better suited for the web environment, enhancing both readability and the overall aesthetics of the site. The design followed a clean and functional approach, aligned with Verificat’s values of clarity and accuracy. A structured layout was prioritized to allow quick identification of content sections and ensure easy access to fact-checked articles.
The project was developed in two distinct phases:
In the first phase, we focused on the full migration of the website. Verificat had a site built with Expression Engine, and the primary challenge was transferring all content and structure to WordPress. This process included exporting all articles while ensuring they retained their original categories to preserve content organization. Additionally, new templates were created to adapt to different page types.
Once the website was successfully imported into WordPress, we moved on to the second phase, which involved implementing the new design. The goal was to optimize the navigation structure and reorganize content to enhance the user experience. A new content hierarchy was established, allowing for smoother navigation while clearly emphasizing Verificat’s work. The revised structure not only made information easier to find but also highlighted the key areas of Verificat’s fact-checking efforts.
For the layout, we used Gutenberg, the native visual editor of WordPress, which allowed us to create a flexible modular system. We developed various reusable modules for different pages, aiming to make it easier for the Verificat team to create new pages and sections in the future without needing external technical assistance. This modular approach gives them greater autonomy in managing and updating content as their work evolves.
The final result is a modern, intuitive, and easy-to-manage website that not only improves the presentation of information but also strengthens Verificat’s identity and mission as a reference in fact-checking.