Minimalist FAQ Tabs

snippet.publishedOn September 10, 2025 Beginner

A clean and minimalist FAQ component with tab-based navigation and subtle animations

#faq #tabs #minimal #clean #subtle #responsive

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Code Implementation

HTML

<div class="minimal-faq-container">
  <div class="faq-header">
    <h2 class="faq-title">Frequently Asked Questions</h2>
    <p class="faq-subtitle">Find answers to common questions</p>
  </div>
  
  <div class="faq-tabs">
    <div class="tab-buttons">
      <button class="tab-btn active" data-tab="general">General</button>
      <button class="tab-btn" data-tab="account">Account</button>
      <button class="tab-btn" data-tab="billing">Billing</button>
      <button class="tab-btn" data-tab="technical">Technical</button>
    </div>
    
    <div class="tab-contents">
      <div class="tab-content active" id="general">
        <div class="faq-item">
          <div class="faq-question">
            <h3>What is this service about?</h3>
            <div class="question-icon">+</div>
          </div>
          <div class="faq-answer">
            <p>Our service provides innovative solutions to help businesses grow and succeed in the digital age.</p>
          </div>
        </div>
        
        <div class="faq-item">
          <div class="faq-question">
            <h3>How long have you been operating?</h3>
            <div class="question-icon">+</div>
          </div>
          <div class="faq-answer">
            <p>We've been providing services since 2019, helping thousands of customers achieve their goals.</p>
          </div>
        </div>
        
        <div class="faq-item">
          <div class="faq-question">
            <h3>Do you offer customer support?</h3>
            <div class="question-icon">+</div>
          </div>
          <div class="faq-answer">
            <p>Yes, we offer 24/7 customer support through multiple channels including email and live chat.</p>
          </div>
        </div>
      </div>
      
      <div class="tab-content" id="account">
        <div class="faq-item">
          <div class="faq-question">
            <h3>How do I create an account?</h3>
            <div class="question-icon">+</div>
          </div>
          <div class="faq-answer">
            <p>Creating an account is simple. Click the "Sign Up" button and follow the registration process.</p>
          </div>
        </div>
        
        <div class="faq-item">
          <div class="faq-question">
            <h3>Can I change my email address?</h3>
            <div class="question-icon">+</div>
          </div>
          <div class="faq-answer">
            <p>Yes, you can update your email address in your account settings at any time.</p>
          </div>
        </div>
      </div>
      
      <div class="tab-content" id="billing">
        <div class="faq-item">
          <div class="faq-question">
            <h3>What payment methods do you accept?</h3>
            <div class="question-icon">+</div>
          </div>
          <div class="faq-answer">
            <p>We accept all major credit cards, PayPal, and bank transfers for your convenience.</p>
          </div>
        </div>
        
        <div class="faq-item">
          <div class="faq-question">
            <h3>Can I get a refund?</h3>
            <div class="question-icon">+</div>
          </div>
          <div class="faq-answer">
            <p>Yes, we offer a 30-day money-back guarantee on all our services.</p>
          </div>
        </div>
      </div>
      
      <div class="tab-content" id="technical">
        <div class="faq-item">
          <div class="faq-question">
            <h3>What are the system requirements?</h3>
            <div class="question-icon">+</div>
          </div>
          <div class="faq-answer">
            <p>Our platform works on all modern browsers and requires a stable internet connection.</p>
          </div>
        </div>
        
        <div class="faq-item">
          <div class="faq-question">
            <h3>Is my data secure?</h3>
            <div class="question-icon">+</div>
          </div>
          <div class="faq-answer">
            <p>Absolutely. We use industry-standard encryption and security measures to protect your data.</p>
          </div>
        </div>
      </div>
    </div>
  </div>
</div>

CSS

.minimal-faq-container {
  max-width: 800px;
  margin: 2rem auto;
  padding: 2rem;
  font-family: 'Inter', sans-serif;
  background: #ffffff;
}

.faq-header {
  text-align: center;
  margin-bottom: 2rem;
}

.faq-title {
  font-size: 2rem;
  margin-bottom: 0.5rem;
  color: #1f2937;
  font-weight: 700;
}

.faq-subtitle {
  color: #6b7280;
  font-size: 1rem;
}

.faq-tabs {
  background: #f9fafb;
  border-radius: 12px;
  overflow: hidden;
  box-shadow: 0 1px 3px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1);
}

.tab-buttons {
  display: flex;
  border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;
  background: #ffffff;
}

.tab-btn {
  flex: 1;
  padding: 1rem;
  border: none;
  background: none;
  cursor: pointer;
  font-size: 0.95rem;
  font-weight: 500;
  color: #6b7280;
  transition: all 0.2s ease;
  position: relative;
}

.tab-btn:hover {
  color: #1f2937;
  background: #f9fafb;
}

.tab-btn.active {
  color: #3b82f6;
}

.tab-btn.active::after {
  content: '';
  position: absolute;
  bottom: 0;
  left: 0;
  right: 0;
  height: 3px;
  background: #3b82f6;
}

.tab-contents {
  padding: 1.5rem;
}

.tab-content {
  display: none;
}

.tab-content.active {
  display: block;
  animation: fadeIn 0.3s ease;
}

.faq-item {
  border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;
  padding: 1.5rem 0;
}

.faq-item:last-child {
  border-bottom: none;
}

.faq-question {
  display: flex;
  justify-content: space-between;
  align-items: center;
  cursor: pointer;
  padding: 0.5rem 0;
}

.faq-question h3 {
  margin: 0;
  font-size: 1.1rem;
  font-weight: 500;
  color: #1f2937;
}

.question-icon {
  font-size: 1.5rem;
  color: #9ca3af;
  transition: transform 0.3s ease;
  width: 24px;
  height: 24px;
  display: flex;
  align-items: center;
  justify-content: center;
}

.faq-item.active .question-icon {
  transform: rotate(45deg);
}

.faq-answer {
  padding: 0 0 0 0;
  max-height: 0;
  overflow: hidden;
  transition: all 0.3s ease;
}

.faq-item.active .faq-answer {
  padding: 1rem 0 0 0;
  max-height: 200px;
}

.faq-answer p {
  margin: 0;
  color: #4b5563;
  line-height: 1.6;
  font-size: 0.95rem;
}

@keyframes fadeIn {
  from {
    opacity: 0;
    transform: translateY(10px);
  }
  to {
    opacity: 1;
    transform: translateY(0);
  }
}

@media (max-width: 768px) {
  .minimal-faq-container {
    padding: 1rem;
  }
  
  .tab-buttons {
    flex-wrap: wrap;
  }
  
  .tab-btn {
    flex: 1 0 50%;
  }
  
  .faq-title {
    font-size: 1.75rem;
  }
}

JavaScript

document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', function() {
  // Tab functionality
  const tabBtns = document.querySelectorAll('.tab-btn');
  const tabContents = document.querySelectorAll('.tab-content');
  
  tabBtns.forEach(btn => {
    btn.addEventListener('click', () => {
      const tabId = btn.getAttribute('data-tab');
      
      // Remove active class from all buttons and contents
      tabBtns.forEach(b => b.classList.remove('active'));
      tabContents.forEach(c => c.classList.remove('active'));
      
      // Add active class to clicked button and corresponding content
      btn.classList.add('active');
      document.getElementById(tabId).classList.add('active');
    });
  });
  
  // FAQ accordion functionality
  const faqItems = document.querySelectorAll('.faq-item');
  
  faqItems.forEach(item => {
    const question = item.querySelector('.faq-question');
    
    question.addEventListener('click', () => {
      item.classList.toggle('active');
    });
  });
});