Pros/cons of splash-screen with articifial loading delay

1. Which is a valid reason to use a splash screen on your site?
2. Is splash screen good?
3. Are splash screens outdated?
4. How long does splash screen last?

Which is a valid reason to use a splash screen on your site?

Purpose. Splash screens are typically used by particularly large applications to notify the user that the program is in the process of loading. They provide feedback that a lengthy process is underway. Occasionally, a progress bar within the splash screen indicates the loading progress.

Is splash screen good?

In short, the splash screen can:

Helps build brand perception and identity. Keeps the user occupied for the time the app executes background tasks. It could also show the user loading progress to reduce their anxiety and, therefore, app abandonment.

Are splash screens outdated?

Bottom Line. Splash pages are outdated on today's web. Most people find them annoying.

How long does splash screen last?

Although animations can have an unlimited duration, we recommend not exceeding 1,000 milliseconds.