Features & Functionality

How can I add social media icons to my Wix website and what customization options are available?

Adding Social Media Icons to Your Wix Website

Adding social media icons to your Wix site is a straightforward process that enhances your website's connectivity and engagement. Here's how to do it:

Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Access the Wix Editor: Log into your Wix account and open the site editor. Navigate to the specific page section where you want to add social icons - commonly in the header, footer, or sidebar areas.
  2. Add Social Icons: Click the + Add button on the left-hand menu, then select Social or Social Links. You'll find options like social bars or individual social icons that you can drag and drop onto your page.
  3. Customize Appearance: Once placed, select the social bar to access design options. You can adjust:
  • Icon style and size
  • Color schemes to match your branding
  • Spacing and layout (horizontal or vertical)
  • Positioning on the page
  1. Link Your Profiles: Click "Set Social Links" to connect each icon to your actual social media profiles. Paste the full URLs for platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok, and others. You can choose whether links open in a new window.
  2. Publish and Test: After customization, click Publish to make your changes live. Always test the links to ensure they work correctly.

Available Social Media Integration Options

Wix offers several ways to integrate social media beyond basic icons:

Native Social Links: The built-in social icons feature supports all major platforms and is completely free to use.

Social Feeds: Embed live feeds from Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter/X directly on your site using Wix's social feed elements. These display your latest posts and can be customized for layout and style.

Custom SVG Icons: For unique branding, you can upload custom SVG icons via Add > Decorative > Icons > Upload Media. These can be recolored in the editor and linked to your social profiles.

Third-Party Apps: The Wix App Market offers additional social media apps like All In One Social Share Button and Taggbox for enhanced feeds and widgets, available in both free and paid versions.

Pro Tips

  • Mobile Optimization: For mobile sites, consider hiding desktop icons and adding a Quick Action Bar with social links instead
  • Brand Consistency: Customize icon colors to match your website's color palette
  • Strategic Placement: Place social icons where visitors can easily find them - typically in headers, footers, or contact pages
  • Profile Maintenance: Regularly update your social links if you change profile URLs

These social media integration features help increase your online presence and make it easy for visitors to connect with you across platforms. For more advanced social media features, explore the Wix App Market for specialized social media applications.