How to Set Up Open Graph Images in Wix
TL;DR:
- Open Graph images control how your pages look when shared on social media
- Add them through Page Settings > Social Share tab in the Wix Editor
- Use high-quality images that represent your page content
- Good Open Graph images can boost clicks and social engagement
- Each page can have one custom Open Graph image
Adding Open Graph Images in Wix
Open Graph images appear when someone shares your page on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn or other social platforms. Without a custom image, these platforms pick one randomly from your page, which usually looks rubbish.
Here's how to set them up properly:
Step 1: Get to Page Settings
Open the Wix Editor and select the page you want to work on. Click 'Page Settings' in the top menu.
Step 2: Upload Your Image
Go to the 'Social Share' tab and click 'Upload an Image'. Choose a high-quality image that represents what's on that page.
Your image should be 1200 x 630 pixels for the best results across all platforms. Anything smaller will look pixelated when shared.
What Makes a Good Open Graph Image
Pick images that grab attention and relate directly to your page content. If it's a blog post about gardening, use a striking garden photo. If it's your services page, use your logo or a photo that represents your business.
Avoid text-heavy images – they're hard to read at small sizes and don't work well across different devices.
Why Open Graph Images Matter for SEO
These images don't directly affect your search rankings, but they help in other ways:
Better Click-Through Rates: A compelling image makes people more likely to click when they see your link shared on social media.
More Social Shares: Posts with good images get shared more often, which drives more traffic back to your site.
Professional Appearance: Proper Open Graph images make your brand look more established and trustworthy.
Faster Loading: When you specify an image, platforms don't have to scan your page to find one, which speeds up the sharing process.
Update your Open Graph images regularly, especially for blog posts or time-sensitive content. Stale images can make your content look outdated.
TL;DR:
- Open Graph images control how your pages look when shared on social media
- Add them through Page Settings > Social Share tab in the Wix Editor
- Use high-quality images that represent your page content
- Good Open Graph images can boost clicks and social engagement
- Each page can have one custom Open Graph image
FAQs
Can I add multiple Open Graph images to one page in Wix?
No, Wix only allows one custom Open Graph image per page. Choose the most representative image for that page's content.
What size should my Open Graph image be?
Use 1200 x 630 pixels for the best results. This size works well across Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and other platforms.
Will Open Graph images help my Wix site rank better on Google?
Not directly, but they can increase social shares and clicks, which drives more traffic to your site. More traffic can help your SEO over time.
What happens if I don't set an Open Graph image?
Social media platforms will automatically pick an image from your page, which is usually random and often looks poor. It's much better to choose your own.
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Open Graph: A system that lets you control how your pages appear when shared on social media, including the image, title and description that show up.
Wix Editor: The main tool for building and editing your Wix website, with a drag-and-drop interface.
Social Share Tab: The section in Wix Page Settings where you upload Open Graph images and set social media previews.
Wrap-up
Setting up Open Graph images takes five minutes per page but makes a big difference to how professional your links look when shared. Pick high-quality images that represent your content, stick to the right dimensions, and update them when your content changes.
This small detail can boost your social media engagement and drive more traffic back to your Wix site.
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