Want to enhance your website with an RSS feed but don’t know how to do it? Don’t worry; we’ve got you. We understand embedding RSS feeds is slightly different from other types of content. But embedding the RSS feeds on the website is very easy; all you need to do is follow the five simple steps.
So apply these steps and share valuable content with your audience. Give them more reasons to love your content and trust your brand so that they become your loyal customers.
Let’s start with an overview of the five steps to embed RSS feed on websites before we further discuss them in detail.
Overview: Steps to Embed RSS Feed on Website
- Find the RSS feed links or create one
- Aggregate RSS feeds through social media aggregator tools.
- Customize RSS Feed widget
- Generate embed code
- Embed code on the website
Detailed Steps to Embed RSS Feed on Website
1. Find or Create RSS feed links
The first step is to decide which RSS feeds you want to display on your website. You can either get the links online or create one if you are using WordPress.
RSS feed links are easily available on Google if you search them. You can also look for the XML links of your desired website. The other way (if you are using WordPress) is to create an RSS feed link.
Copy the RSS feed link(s) on the clipboard, or better yet, save it on your desktop.
2. Aggregate RSS feeds through Social Media Aggregator Tools
Now, you will need a social media aggregator tool to collect the RSS feed content and embed it on your website. So select a tool you will use here. (Refer to the next section, where we have discussed more on the tools you can use in the next section.)
Once you have decided the tool you want to use, create an account on it. Create a new social feed. Then select RSS feed as the source to collect the content. Since you already have the RSS feed URLs, paste them on the tool and mention the Display Name. Now create the feed.
3. Customize RSS Feed Widget
After creating the RSS feed widget, you can customize the RSS feed presentation (if you have selected a tool that offers moderation features). You can set the background, ticker, header, widget card preferences, font style, etc. There is also a filtration option, where you can set filters to show specific types of RSS feed on your website.
4. Generate Embed Code
When your moderation is done, you can publish the feed. There is a preview option to see how the RSS feed will look on your website. If you are satisfied, click the Publish button. Select your website building platform where you want to embed the RSS feed. Then you will get an HTML code with the option to change the size of the RSS feed widget. Make the changes or proceed further. Copy the HTML code for the RSS feed widget.
5. Add RSS Feed to Website
Go to your website developing platform, and come on the webpage where you want to embed the RSS feed. Paste the HTML code you copied in the previous step and save the changes. Your RSS feed will appear on your website.
Tools to Embed RSS Feed to Your Website
As we mentioned before, here we have the top recommendations of the tools you will need to embed the RSS feed to your website.
1. Taggbox Widget
One of the most used tools in the industry for embedding RSS feeds is Taggbox. It enables users to add real-time updated RSS feeds to websites in less than 5 minutes. The advanced features of moderation and designing the RSS feed widget are a must-have! You can make your website more beautiful & eye-catchy with visually appealing RSS feeds.
2. Juicer
Another tool you can try is Juicer. Similar to Taggbox, Juicer offers exceptional features for embedding RSS feeds to websites. Juicer has a very easy-to-use interface, and you can get quick support from the backend team. The only thing you might want to consider again before using it is its price. It offers limited features at a high price.
Final Thoughts
We are at the end of this blog, and we hope by now you are ready to embed an RSS feed on your websites on your own. If not, save this post and refer to the above points again. We have simplified the process into five easy steps for you.
Embedding an RSS feed to websites will make your visitors stay and explore more content on your website. It eventually means more engagement, more leads, more conversions, and improved visibility on search engines.
So select the best tool and get started.
