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When you add widgets to your website through the Hosted.com® Website Builder, you can quickly and easily improve your site’s functionality and interactivity with a huge range of features. This guide will show you how you can do it.
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Steps To Add Widgets To Your Website
Before you begin, ensure you have added the Website Builder to your cPanel Web Hosting plan and linked to your domain name.
1. Login to your Hosted.com® Account by visiting www.hosted.com/login and entering your username and password.
2. Once logged in, navigate to the left-hand menu and select the Website Builder under Manage Services on the dropdown.
3. This will open a new page with the Website Builder dashboard.
Note: Make sure pop-ups are enabled in your browser settings, as the Website Builder will not load if you have disabled or blocked them.
4. You will see the Content Elements tab at the top of the Website Builder page.
5. From the menu, choose the type of widget you want under the appropriate section, for example, Commerce for ecommerce functionality or Social to add widgets for each of your social media profiles.
6. Click on a widget to drag and drop it where you want it placed on your page.
The Hosted.com® Website Builder is only available as an add-on to a cPanel Web Hosting plan.
Additional Information
What Are Website Widgets?
Website widgets are small, interactive elements that can be added to your site to enhance its functionality and user experience. They can be easily integrated without needing extensive coding knowledge.
Widgets can add a wide range of features to a website, such as live chat, social media feeds, contact forms, maps, calendars, and more. These extra features can make a website more user-friendly by providing easy access to information and tools. They also can encourage engagement through features like polls, surveys, and feedback forms.
Most widgets can be added to a website by dragging and dropping them onto the relevant pages. Additionally, many widgets offer customization options, allowing you to adjust their appearance and functionality to match your website’s design and needs.
Popular Types of Website Widgets:
- Social Media: Display social media feeds, share, and like buttons to encourage social engagement.
- Chat: Enable real-time communication with visitors for customer support or sales enquiries.
- Contact Forms: Provide a straightforward way for visitors to contact the website owner.
- Maps: Embed interactive maps to illustrate location or provide directions.
- Calendars: Showcase upcoming events or enable visitors to schedule appointments.
- Image Galleries: Present photos or videos in a visually appealing and organised manner.
- Search Bars: Allow visitors to easily search for and find content on the website.
Key Features of the Hosted.com® Website Builder Widgets
- Drag-and-Drop Functionality: Easily add widgets without needing any coding skills.
- Extended Features: Widgets include options for ecommerce integration, contact forms, social media links, maps, and more.
- Customization Options: Templates often come with pre-added widgets that can be removed or customized as required.
Best Practices for Adding Widgets
When choosing the widgets for your website, here are a few factors to take into account
- Choose Relevant Widgets: Select features that enhance your site’s user experience and align with your business’s purpose.
- Test Functionality: Preview how each widget works before publishing changes to your live site.
- Monitor Performance: Use built-in analytics tools to see how visitors interact with added features.
- Design: Ensure your widgets match your website’s overall look and branding.
- Performance: Opt for lightweight widgets that won’t slow down your site’s loading speed and response time.
