How to Add Custom Code in Webflow | Step-by-Step Guide

Webflow is a powerful tool that allows you to design and build websites visually without writing a single line of code.

However, there are times when you may need to add custom code to enhance your site’s functionality, integrate third-party tools, or apply unique styles.

Whether it’s embedding Google Analytics, adding custom animations, or including unique forms, Webflow makes it simple to add custom code with three easy methods: site-wide, page-specific, and element-specific.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through each method step by step, helping you understand when and how to use each approach effectively. Let’s dive in!

Table of Contents

1. Adding Code to the Entire Site
2. Adding Code to a Specific Page
3. Adding Code to a Specific Element
4. Conclusion
5. FAQs

1. Adding Code to the Entire Site

This method is best when you want your custom code to run across the entire website. Common use cases include adding Google Analytics, custom fonts, chatbots, or global CSS and JavaScript.

Steps:

1. Prepare Your Code: Write or copy the code you want to add.
   

1. Access Project Settings: In Webflow, click on your project, then navigate to Project Settings.
   

1. Go to the Custom Code Tab: Find the Custom Code tab at the top.
   

1. Paste Your Code:
   

1. • For CSS or meta tags, paste the code inside the Head Code section.
   • For JavaScript, paste the code in the Footer Code section.
2. Save and Publish: Click Save Changes and then Publish your site.
   

With this method, your code applies globally, ensuring consistent behavior across all pages.

2. Adding Code to a Specific Page

If you only want your custom code to apply to a particular page, this method works best. It’s ideal for landing pages, service pages, or unique page-specific elements.

Steps:

1. Prepare Your Code: Copy the code you want to apply to a single page.
   

1. Access Page Settings: In the Webflow Designer, click the Pages icon in the left panel.
   

1. Select the Page: Hover over the page you want to modify and click the settings (⚙️) icon.
   

1. Paste Your Code: Scroll to the bottom of the page settings and:
   

1. 
   
   • Paste CSS or meta tags into the Head Code section.
   • Paste JavaScript into the Footer Code section.
2. Save and Publish: Click Save Changes and then Publish.
   

This method keeps things clean and organized, ensuring the custom code runs only where you need it.

3. Adding Code to a Specific Element

Sometimes, you only want to apply custom code to a single element—perhaps to embed a widget, add custom animations, or insert third-party forms. The Embed Code element is perfect for this.

Steps:

1. Prepare Your Code: Copy the code you want to add.
   

1. Select Your Element: Open the Navigator and click on the element where you want to add the code.
   

1. Add Embed Element:

1. • Click the + Add button in the left panel.
   • Scroll down to find the Embed element and drag it into your desired section.
     

1. Paste Your Code: Inside the embed block, paste your custom code.
   

1. Save and Publish: Click Save Changes and then Publish.
   

This method keeps the code isolated, ensuring it only affects the specific element you’ve chosen.

Conclusion

Adding custom code in Webflow gives you more control over your site’s functionality, allowing you to integrate third-party tools, apply global changes, or customize single elements with ease.

Whether you choose site-wide, page-specific, or element-specific methods, each approach serves its own purpose, helping you keep your site organized and efficient.

Experiment with these methods and see how they can elevate your Webflow projects. The possibilities are endless!

FAQs

1. Can I add multiple codes to the same section in Project Settings?

Yes, you can add multiple snippets of code in both the Header Code and Footer Code sections. Just make sure each piece is correctly formatted and doesn’t conflict with others.

2. Will custom code affect Webflow’s visual editor?

No, custom code won’t alter the visual editor. It only applies when the site is published.

3. How can I debug custom code if something goes wrong?

Use browser developer tools (F12 in most browsers) to check the console for errors. Ensure your code is correctly placed in either the head or footer sections.

4. Can I use custom code in Webflow’s free plan?

Yes, but only for elements using the Embed element. Access to the site-wide and page-specific custom code areas requires a paid plan.