Hi Dev.to community! 👋
We’ve all landed on a 404 error page before—it’s like hitting a digital dead end. But what if these moments didn’t have to feel frustrating or dull? That’s where Echo404 comes in.
🛠 What is Echo404?
Echo404 is a Chrome extension that transforms boring 404 error pages into community-driven spaces. It lets you:
- See echoes: Fun, creative messages left by others who visited the same domain’s 404 page.
- Leave your own echo: Share a thought, joke, or anything you want for the next wanderer to see.
It’s like turning error pages into a little piece of internet art, one message at a time.
🎯 Why Did I Build This?
I wanted to take something mundane (404 pages) and make it an opportunity for connection and creativity. This project started as a playful experiment to see if shared experiences on error pages could bring a smile or spark something new.
✨ How It Works
- Install the Echo404 extension from the Chrome Web Store. (Link: Echo404 Extension)
- Whenever you land on a 404 page, the extension activates and displays echoes left by others.
- Add your own echo to the domain’s collection.
🔍 Try It Out
Here’s a quick test URL to see Echo404 in action:
Example 404 Page
💡 I’d Love Your Feedback!
This is still an early version, and I’d love to hear your thoughts:
- Do you think this is something you’d use?
- What features would make it more engaging?
- Any other ideas or suggestions to improve it?
🚀 Get Started
- Install the extension: Echo404 on Chrome Web Store
- Visit our website: Echo404.xyz
Thanks for checking out Echo404! ❤️ Let me know what you think in the comments, or feel free to reach out directly.