How do I embed external content?

Add maps, videos, forms, and other external content to your wedding website.

Short answer: Use the embed or HTML section to paste embed codes from external services like YouTube, Google Maps, or Spotify.

What you can embed

Common embeds for wedding websites:
- YouTube or Vimeo videos
- Google Maps
- Spotify playlists
- Google Forms
- Photo slideshows
- Countdown timers
- Social media feeds

How to embed content

  1. Get the embed code from the external service
  2. Go to your website editor
  3. Add an Embed or HTML section
  4. Paste the embed code
  5. Save and preview

Getting embed codes

YouTube:
1. Go to your video
2. Click Share > Embed
3. Copy the iframe code

Google Maps:
1. Find your venue on Google Maps
2. Click Share > Embed a map
3. Copy the HTML code

Spotify:
1. Go to your playlist
2. Click Share > Embed playlist
3. Copy the code

Using the built-in features first

Before embedding, check if WedSites has built-in features:
- Maps: Built-in location/map section
- Videos: Video section in the editor
- Music: Background music option
- Registry: Registry section

Built-in features often look better and are easier to manage.

Troubleshooting embeds

If your embed doesn't work:
- Check that you copied the full code
- Ensure the source allows embedding
- Try the iframe version of the code
- Some services block embedding on certain sites

Tips

  • Test embeds on mobile devices
  • Keep embeds minimal for faster loading
  • Ensure embedded content is appropriate for all guests
  • Consider if a simple link might work better
  • Preview before publishing

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