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Interactive Profile Card Design – Hover Effects with HTML & CSS Only

Learn how to create an interactive profile card with hover effects using HTML and CSS. A modern, responsive UI design tutorial—no JavaScript needed.

This profile card features a sleek and responsive design with hover effects that reveal contact icons. It includes an image, name, and description, making it a stylish addition to personal or portfolio websites. The card’s interactive elements enhance user engagement while maintaining a clean, professional appearance.

Steps:

  1. Prepare the HTML Structure – Create a <div> container for the profile card.
  2. Add Profile Image – Include an image inside the .profile-image section.
  3. Insert Profile Content – Add a name, description, and text inside .profile-content.
  4. Design with CSS – Style the card with rounded corners, shadows, and colors.
  5. Set Up Hover Effects – Use opacity and transition for smooth animations.
  6. Create Icon Section – Add social/contact icons inside .profile-icons.
  7. Position Icons Initially Hidden – Set opacity: 0; to hide them by default.
  8. Make Icons Appear on Hover – Use .profile-card:hover to show icons.
  9. Align Icons Properly – Position icons to the right side of the card.
  10. Optimize for Responsiveness – Ensure it looks good on different screen sizes.
  11. Use High-Quality Images – Ensure the profile and icon images are clear.
  12. Adjust Spacing & Padding – Improve readability and spacing for a clean look.
  13. Add Link Functionality – Update <a href="#"> with actual URLs.
  14. Test Hover Effects – Verify smooth transitions and proper icon display.
  15. Deploy on Website – Embed the code within your webpage.

See the Pen Untitled by Cherry Grafik (@Cherry-Grafik) on CodePen.

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