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
Get the embed code from the external service
Go to your website editor
Add an Embed or HTML section
Paste the embed code
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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