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How to Add Social Media Icons to Wordpress

Updated on:
June 5, 2026
By:
Madhav Bhandari
Use this interactive demo to learn how to embed social media icons on your WordPress site.

Quick summary

Adding social media icons to a WordPress page or post is done using the built-in Social Icons block in the block editor, letting you link to any platform and customize the appearance in minutes.


Steps

  1. Go to the page or post where you want to add social media icons.
  2. Click the "+" button to add a new block.
  3. Search for the "Social Icons" block in the block inserter.
  4. Select the platforms you want to link to and customize the appearance of the icons.
  5. Create buttons with links to your social media profiles.
  6. Once done, save your changes to publish the icons on your site.

📌 Why this matters

Adding social media icons to a WordPress site helps visitors instantly connect with your brand across platforms like Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook, driving higher engagement and follower growth. WordPress's native Social Icons block makes it easy to embed clickable, customizable icons anywhere on a page or post without needing a plugin. This is a foundational step for any website owner looking to grow their social presence directly from their WordPress content. Keeping social links visible and accessible on every page improves user experience and supports broader digital marketing goals.
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