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title: "Content Blocks"
slug: "content-blocks"
tags: ["Content Blocks", "Dynamic Curation", "Site Structure"]
updated: 2026-08-26T13:42:46Z
published: 2026-08-26T13:42:46Z
canonical: "docs.thrivelearning.com/content-blocks"
---

> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.thrivelearning.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Content Blocks

**Content Blocks** are the foundational elements you use to build and structure your Thrive platform's main landing page. They're customisable content containers that automatically populate with dynamic, relevant learning materials based on the criteria you set.

Instead of manually linking every piece of content, a Content Block lets you feature entire categories of content – from the latest resources to the most popular videos.

Content Blocks serve two critical purposes:

- **Site Structure**: They allow administrators to create a customised, engaging layout using the site builder.
- **Dynamic Curation**: They automatically curate content for the end-user based on their role, team, or activity.

There are six block types to choose from:

- **Latest**: Shows the most recently added content
- **Recommended**: Shows content matched to the user's profile and interests
- **List**: Lets admins select and order specific content
- **Trending**: Shows the most popular content, based on views, likes, comments, and shares
- **Essential**: Shows content assigned to an audience, such as mandatory training
- **People**: Shows experts and collaborators related to the user's interests

> [!NOTE]
> Note:
> 
> For the full breakdown of layout, filter, and visibility options for each type, see [Homepage Block Types](/v1/docs/homepage-block-trending). If you're looking for inspiration when naming your blocks, see [Homepage Block Examples](/v1/docs/homepage-block-examples).

By configuring these blocks, you ensure every user sees timely, relevant, and engaging content as soon as they log into Thrive.