Sticky Footer Menu
Sticky Footer Menu Module for Joomla
-
Instant access Ready to install right after checkout
-
One-click updates New releases install from the Joomla administrator
-
Lifetime option Pay once and keep future releases
-
30-day guarantee Full refund if it is not the right fit
-
Version 2.9.2 Updated a month ago
-
Works with Joomla 4, 5 and 6
-
PHP 8.1 or later recommended
-
Downloads 5.0K+
- 5.0 rating See the reviews
Features
What can Sticky Footer Menu do for you?
Twelve feature areas, one install package for Joomla 4, 5 and 6.
-
Instant Visual Appeal
12 Professional Themes
- Ready-to-Use ThemesChoose from 12 stunning themes including Dark, Light, Colorful, Gradient, Glass Morphism, Neon Glow, Ocean Breeze, Sunset, and more.
- Custom Theme OptionUnlock full color control with the Custom theme for complete brand matching.
-
Flexible Display Options
Multiple Layout Styles
- Mobile App StyleIcons with text labels for a native mobile app experience.
- Compact, Horizontal & MixedChoose from icons-only, text-only, or mixed layouts to suit your design needs.
-
Easy Link Management
Smart Menu Item Selection
- Joomla Menu IntegrationSelect menu items directly from a modal picker with automatic name and URL generation.
- Custom URLsOr use custom URLs for external links or special pages with manual name entry.
-
Visual Icon Selection
Font Awesome Icon Picker
- Modal Icon PickerBrowse and select from hundreds of Font Awesome icons with instant search functionality.
- Live PreviewSee your icon selection instantly with real-time preview before saving.
-
Targeted Display
Device Visibility Control
- Show/Hide by DeviceControl visibility separately for Desktop, Tablet, and Mobile devices.
- Responsive DesignMenu automatically adapts to screen size with optimized spacing and sizing.
-
Complete Customization
Advanced Styling Options
- Color ControlsCustomize text, hover, active, and background colors for perfect brand alignment.
- Layout ControlAdjust width, alignment, spacing, padding, border radius, and shadow intensity.
-
Smooth Interactions
Premium Animations
- Micro AnimationsEnable smooth hover and active state transitions for a premium feel.
- Ripple EffectMaterial Design-inspired ripple effect on tap for enhanced user feedback.
-
Connect with Audience
Social Media Integration
- Social IconsAdd unlimited social media icons with custom colors and individual enable/disable controls.
- Smart Icon DetectionAutomatically uses correct Font Awesome prefix (fab/fa) for social icons.
-
Layout Flexibility
Stretch Background Option
- Full-Width BackgroundChoose between full-width stretched background or container-matched width.
- Centered ContentMenu content stays centered with customizable max-width while background spans full width.
-
Smart Navigation
Active State Management
- Auto-Active DetectionAutomatically highlights the current page's menu item based on URL matching.
- Visual FeedbackClear visual indication of active menu items with customizable active color.
-
Modern Architecture
Joomla 4, 5 & 6 Compatible
- Full Version SupportBuilt for Joomla 4, 5, and 6 with modern WebAssetManager integration.
- Future-Proof CodeUses latest Joomla APIs and coding standards for long-term compatibility.
-
Advanced Control
Additional Customization
- Custom CSS SupportAdd your own CSS for unlimited styling possibilities.
- Text Before/AfterAdd custom HTML or text before and after menu items for additional content.
Changelog
What's new
12 releases since version 1.8. Updates install from the Joomla admin with a valid licence.
- Fixed first-paint flash: inline fixed positioning from the first paint, then immediate mount to document.body
- Fixed install manifest so only the module entry file carries the module attribute
- Added Mobile Display option: App Style or Burger Menu below a configurable breakpoint
- Added burger toggle, expandable panel, Escape/outside-click close, and spacer height sync
- Added page spacer option so page content is not covered by the sticky bar
- Added Z-Index parameter for stacking control
- Improved responsive scrolling for App and Horizontal layouts
- Frontend behaviour is native JavaScript (no jQuery required on the site)
- Template isolation so Helix, Bootstrap, and custom.css global link rules cannot override menu colours or underline styles
- Scoped theme and link selectors under .jx-sticky-footer with higher specificity
- Dynamic colours apply through #jx-sticky-{id} for :link, :visited, :hover, and :focus
- Bumped frontend CSS and JavaScript assets to 2.9.2
- Fixed issue with title getting stripped
- Enhanced Performance & Security
- Improved HTML escaping and security
- Full Joomla 4, 5 & 6 Compatibility
- Modern WebAssetManager Support
- 12 Professional Themes: Dark, Light, Colorful, Gradient, Glass Morphism, Minimal, Neon Glow, Ocean Breeze, Sunset, Matte Gray, Pastel Dream, Cyber Dark, and Custom
- Multiple Layout Styles: Mobile App Style (Icons + Text), Compact (Icons Only), Horizontal (Text Only), and Mixed
- Device Visibility Controls: Show/hide separately for Desktop, Tablet, and Mobile devices
- Smart Menu Item Selection: Choose between Custom URL or Joomla Menu Item with modal picker
- Automatic Menu Name Fetching: Menu item names automatically fetched when selecting Joomla menu items
- Font Awesome Icon Picker: Modal icon picker with instant search functionality
- Stretch Background Option: Choose between full-width stretched background or container-matched width
- Advanced Color Controls: Menu text color, hover color, active color, and custom theme colors
- Premium Animations: Micro animations and Material Design ripple effects
- Shadow Controls: Light, Medium, and Heavy shadow intensity options
- Active State Management: Automatic detection and highlighting of current page menu item
- Enhanced Social Media Integration: Smart icon prefix detection (fab/fa) and individual enable/disable controls
- Improved Layout Controls: Menu width, alignment (5 options), spacing, padding, and border radius
- Improved Type Safety
- Better Error Handling
- Modern Code Standards
- Enhanced Accessibility
- Reorganized module parameters into clear tabs
- Improved labels and descriptions for all settings
- Modern JavaScript implementation with IIFE
- Better code organization and structure
- Responsive design with iOS safe area support
- Print styles (menu hidden when printing)
- Removed JVERSION checks (always uses modern methods)
- Supports Joomla 5 without Backward Compatiblity Plugin
- Option to unpublish social icon.
- Menu Alignement Option in Styling Tab : Align menu to left, center or right of the screen.
- Fixed CSS issue with the module.
- Option to mention width of the module in both % or px
Show 6 older releases
- Supports Joomla 4
- Fixed Menu hover color issue.
- Option to change the size of the social icons
- Uses Joomla subform (Keep a backup of the menu and social media fields before updating from old version to 2.1)
- Option to set fontawesome icons for each menu item
- Option to set target for each menu item
- Option to set unlimited social menu icons with links and color
- Option to enable or disable shadow for the sticky menu
- Option to stretch the menu to full width
- Supports PHP version 8.1
- Add text/HTML at the beginning or the end of the footer
- Add upto 5 fontawesome social icons and link them to the website.
- Option to change the font size and color
- Joomla Update system integrated
- Fixed CSS issue for Home Icon
Docs & setup
Get up and running fast
Written guides for installing and configuring Sticky Footer Menu, from first setup to the options that matter.
- Installation stepsOne install zip for Joomla 4, 5 and 6, installed from System, Install, Extensions.
- Configuration optionsThe settings in the guide, from first setup to the options that matter.
- Practical usage tipsShort examples you can adapt to your site.
Pricing
Choose the plan that fits
Save more as you scale — longer access means a bigger discount.
$9
30-day money-back guarantee
$19
30-day money-back guarantee
$29
30-day money-back guarantee
$49
30-day money-back guarantee
Why buy here
Why JoomlaX
- Built, maintained and supported by one team Every product sold on JoomlaX is developed, maintained and supported by Infyways, building Joomla solutions since 2010.
- Ready for Joomla 4, 5 and 6 118 extensions support Joomla 5 and 6, and 114 support Joomla 4. Each product page lists the versions it works with.
- One-click Joomla updates Regular updates and feature improvements for licensed customers, delivered straight to your Joomla admin.
- Support from the developers Tickets go straight to the developers. First replies within 24 business hours.
All-access bundle
Unlock every JoomlaX extension in one plan
Get all 119 extensions, new releases, ongoing updates and full-time support. Bought one by one, a year of updates for every extension costs over $4,700.
-
Basic
Ideal for small projects and personal sites
$249/ 6 months
Save 91% · $2,900+ value
- Access to 119 extensions
- Access to new extensions during period
- 3 websites license
- 6 months support and updates
- Unlimited downloads and domain activations
- Full-time expert technical support
30-day money-back guarantee
-
Most popular
Premium
Best for growing businesses and web agencies
$349/ 1 year
Save 92% · $4,700+ value
- Access to 119 extensions
- Access to new extensions during period
- 5 websites license
- 1 year support and updates
- Unlimited downloads and domain activations
- Priority full-time technical support
30-day money-back guarantee
-
Developer
For professional developers and multi-client agencies
$749/ one-time
Pay once · keep forever
- Access to 119 extensions
- Access to all future new extensions
- Unlimited websites license
- Lifetime support and updates
- Unlimited downloads and domain activations
- VIP priority full-time technical support
30-day money-back guarantee
FAQ
Questions about Sticky Footer Menu
Still unsure? Our support team is one ticket away.
What does the Sticky Footer Menu module do?
The Sticky Footer Menu module adds a persistent, customizable navigation menu at the bottom of your Joomla site.
It remains visible as users scroll, improving site navigation and accessibility.
Can I add unlimited links to the footer menu?
Yes! You can add unlimited links with custom titles and URLs.
This flexibility allows you to link to important pages, resources, or external websites easily.
Is the background color customizable?
Absolutely!
You can select a custom background color to match your site's theme and maintain brand consistency.
Can I add social media icons in the footer menu?
Yes!
The module supports Font Awesome icons, allowing you to link to your social media profiles directly from the sticky footer.
Can I customize the text style?
Yes!
You can adjust text color, size, and hover effects to create a professional and interactive footer menu.
Is the Sticky Footer Menu mobile-friendly?
Yes!
The module is fully responsive and ensures your sticky footer works seamlessly across desktops, tablets, and mobile devices.
How easy is it to install and configure?
Very easy!
You simply download the module, unzip it, and install it via Joomla’s Extension Manager.
No coding knowledge is required.
Can I customize hover effects on the links?
Yes!
You can apply custom hover effects for link texts to improve interactivity and visual appeal.
Is cross-browser compatibility supported?
Yes!
The Sticky Footer Menu works perfectly on all major browsers including Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, and Opera.
Can I have multiple sticky menus on different pages?
While typically one sticky footer menu is used for a clean design, you can create multiple instances and assign them to specific menu items or pages via Joomla’s module assignment settings.
Help from the people who built it
- Documentation Installation, configuration and usage guides for this extension. Read the docs →
- Support portal Open a ticket with the developers. We reply to your first request within 24 business hours. Open a ticket →
- Live demos Try this extension on a live demo before you buy. Open this demo →
- Support policy What support covers, response times and how to get the fastest answer. Read the policy →