How to Add a News Widget to Your Website

Displaying live news updates on your website keeps visitors engaged and informed. Whether you want to show industry news, company updates, or trending topics, adding a news widget is a simple and effective way to enhance your site. With RSS.app, you can create a custom news widget that automatically updates with the latest headlines.

Why Add a News Widget?

• Increase Engagement – Keep visitors returning with fresh content.
• Improve Website Credibility – Provide up-to-date news relevant to your industry.
• Automate Content Updates – No need for manual posting—news updates automatically.
• Enhance User Experience – Offer curated news without overwhelming your audience.

Step 1: Generate a News RSS Feed

To create a news widget, first, you need an RSS feed of relevant news sources.

1. Go to the RSS Generator or RSS Builder.
2. Enter the URL of a news website or keyword to generate a feed.
3. Click Generate to create the RSS feed.
4. Save the feed by clicking Save to My Feeds for easy access.

Step 2: Create a News Widget

Once you have your RSS feed, follow these steps to generate a news widget:

1. Open Feed Overview > Widgets. 

2. Choose your preferred widget style: News Wall, List, Carousel, Imageboard, Ticker, Magazine, or Feed. 

3. Customize the appearance – Choose layout, colors, fonts, and display style.

4. Click Add to Website to get the embed code.

Step 3: Embed the Widget on Your Website

Now, it’s time to add the widget to your site.

1. Copy the widget embed code generated in RSS.app.

2. Open your website’s HTML editor or CMS (WordPress, Wix, Shopify, etc.).

3. Paste the embed code into the section where you want the news widget to appear.

4. Save and refresh your website to see the live news feed in action.

Step 4: Customize and Optimize

To make your news widget fit seamlessly into your website:

• Match your brand colors – Adjust fonts and colors to align with your site’s design.
• Select relevant news topics – Use keyword filters to focus on industry-specific updates.
• Adjust widget size – Make sure the widget fits well within your site’s layout.

Conclusion

Adding a news widget to your website enhances engagement, improves credibility, and keeps content fresh without manual effort. With RSS.app, you can create a fully customizable news widget in minutes and embed it anywhere on your site.