Connect Social Media on Hostinger Website Builder
TL;DR:
- Add social media links through the Website Builder's social icons widget
- Customise icon styles, sizes, and placement to match your site design
- No limits on how many social profiles you can connect
- Available on all Hostinger Website Builder plans
- Icons can go in your header, footer, or sidebar
Getting your social media profiles connected to your Hostinger website takes just a few minutes. The Website Builder includes a social icons widget that handles all the heavy lifting for you.
How to Add Social Media Profiles
Here's how to get your social links up and running:
Step 1: Access the Website Builder
Log into your Hostinger account and click on the Website Builder tool from your dashboard.
Step 2: Find the Social Media Section
Look for the social media icons section in your website editor. You'll usually find this in the header, footer, or sidebar areas.
Step 3: Add Your Links
Click on the social icons widget. A dialog box will pop up where you can paste the URLs of your social media profiles.
Step 4: Customise Your Icons
Adjust the size, style, and alignment of the icons to match your website's look. Hostinger gives you several design options to choose from.
Step 5: Preview and Publish
Check how the icons look on your website using the preview mode. Once you're happy with them, publish your changes.
Pixelhaze Tip: Keep your social media links updated regularly. There's nothing worse than dead links sending visitors to old or inactive accounts.
FAQs
Can I choose different styles for my social media icons?
Yes, Hostinger's Website Builder offers various icon styles that you can customise to match your site's design.
Is there a tutorial for adding social media links in Hostinger Website Builder?
Hostinger provides detailed guides in their help center that walk you through setting up social media links step by step.
What happens if I update my social media profile URLs?
You'll need to update the URLs in the Website Builder as well to make sure the links still work and take visitors to the right profiles.
How many social media profiles can I add?
There's no limit on the number of social profiles you can connect to your Hostinger website.
Jargon Buster
Hostinger Website Builder: A drag-and-drop tool that lets you create websites without any coding knowledge.
Social Media Integration: Adding elements from social networks to your website, usually through clickable icons that link to your profiles.
Preview Mode: A feature that shows you what your changes will look like before they go live on your website.
Widget: A small block of content or functionality that you can add to your website, like social media icons or contact forms.
Wrap-up
Adding social media profiles to your Hostinger website gives visitors easy access to all your platforms and can boost your overall engagement. The process is straightforward, and the customisation options mean your social icons will fit seamlessly with your site's design.
The key is keeping everything updated and making sure your links work properly. Test them regularly to avoid sending visitors to broken or outdated profiles.
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