
How to Add and Customize Social Media Icons to Your Website - Complete Guide
Start connecting with your audience through social media icons on your website. Here's how to add and manage them effectively:
Adding Social Icons
- Open the social links panel
- Enter your social media URL or email in the "Add a social or email link" field
- Press Enter
- Repeat for additional platforms
The system automatically displays appropriate logos for recognized platforms and uses generic icons for unrecognized links.

Social media icons
Icon Placement Options
- Version 7.1: Header location
- Version 7.0: Template-dependent
- Cover Pages: Layout-specific placement
- Social Link Blocks: Can be added anywhere blocks are supported
Managing Your Icons
To modify icons:
- Reorder: Drag and drop in the panel
- Edit: Hover and click the Edit button
- Hide/Show: Toggle visibility in icon settings
- Remove: Select account and click Remove
Supported Platforms
Popular platforms include:
- X (Twitter)
- YouTube
- TikTok
- Spotify
- Discord
Plus 30+ additional platforms including professional networks (Behance, GitHub), music services (SoundCloud, Apple Podcast), and social media (Threads, Snapchat).
Tips for Best Results:
- Use complete URLs (e.g., http://instagram.com/yourhandle)
- Ensure links are active and correct
- Consider your audience when choosing which platforms to display
- Maintain consistent branding across all social channels
For visibility settings on older accounts (pre-March 2019), remove and re-add social links to access updated controls.
Remember to regularly verify all social links are working correctly and update them as needed.
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