Adding Testimonials

Last updated: July 16, 2024

Read time: 5 minutes

Adding testimonials to your WordPress site is an effective way to showcase customer satisfaction and build trust with potential clients. This guide will walk you through the steps to create and publish new testimonials and add them to a page using a testimonials flexible block.

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Log in to Your WordPress Admin Dashboard:
    • Open your web browser and navigate to your WordPress login page (usually yourdomain.com/wp-admin).
    • Enter your username and password, then click “Log In.”
  2. Navigate to the Testimonials Section:
    • In the left-hand sidebar of the WordPress dashboard, hover over “Testimonials.”
    • Click on “Add a New Post” from the dropdown menu.
  3. Create a New Testimonial Post:
    • You will be taken to the post editor screen.
    • Enter the name of the person giving the testimonial in the “Add title” field. For example, “Matt Wise.”
  4. Fill in Testimonial Details:
    • Under the “Testimonials” meta box, fill in the required details:
      • Testimonial Quote: Enter the text of the testimonial.
      • Testimonial Image: Click “Add Image” to upload an optional image that accompanies the testimonial. This could be a profile picture or a business logo.
  5. Preview and Publish:
    • Before publishing, you can preview your testimonial post by clicking the “Preview Changes” button.
    • Once you are satisfied with the content, click the “Publish” button to make the testimonial live on your website.

Adding Testimonials to a Page Using a Flexible Block

  1. Navigate to the Page Editor:
    • In the left-hand sidebar of the WordPress dashboard, click on “Pages” and then select the page where you want to add the testimonials.
  2. Add a Testimonials Flexible Block:
    • In the page editor, scroll down to the “Flexible content blocks” section.
    • Click the “+” button to add a new block and select “Testimonials.”
  3. Configure the Testimonials Block:
    • In the “Content” tab, fill in the block details:
      • Heading: Enter an optional heading for the testimonials section, such as “What People Say.”
      • Button: Add a call-to-action button with a link to a dedicated testimonials page. Click “Select Link” and enter the URL.
      • Image: Click “Add Image” to upload a background image for the testimonials block.
      • Testimonials: Select and reorder any number of testimonials that have been added to the ‘Testimonials’ section. The testimonials will be displayed in a carousel.
  4. Save and Publish the Page:
    • After configuring the testimonials block, save your changes by clicking “Save Draft” or “Publish” if you are ready to make the page live.

By following these steps, you can effectively add and manage testimonials on your WordPress site, enhancing your site’s credibility and user engagement.

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