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How to Embed Facebook Videos in WordPress Posts and Pages
Embedding a Facebook video in your WordPress posts or pages is an excellent way to add dynamic content and keep your audience engaged. WordPress makes it easy to embed Facebook videos without the need for special plugins, thanks to its native support for oEmbed technology. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to embed Facebook videos into your WordPress content.
Method 1: Using the Block Editor (Gutenberg)
If you are using the WordPress Block Editor (Gutenberg), embedding Facebook videos is very simple:
Steps:
- Find the Facebook Video URL:
- Go to Facebook and find the video you want to embed.
- Click on the three dots (…) in the top-right corner of the video post and select Copy link.
- Edit the Post or Page in WordPress:
- In your WordPress dashboard, navigate to the post or page where you want to embed the video.
- Click Edit.
- Add a Block:
- In the Block Editor, click the + (Add Block) button where you want to insert the video.
- Select the Embed Block:
- Search for the Embed block or use the Facebook Embed block by typing “Facebook” in the search bar.
- Paste the Video URL:
- Paste the copied Facebook video link into the block.
- WordPress will automatically fetch and display the embedded video.
- Publish or Update the Post:
- Once you’re happy with the placement of the video, click Publish or Update to save your changes.
Method 2: Using the Classic Editor
If you’re using the Classic Editor in WordPress, you can still embed Facebook videos without any additional tools.
Steps:
- Copy the Facebook Video URL:
- Go to the Facebook video you want to embed.
- Click on the three dots (…) in the top-right corner of the video post and select Copy link.
- Edit the Post or Page in WordPress:
- In your WordPress dashboard, go to Posts or Pages, and click Edit on the post or page where you want to embed the video.
- Paste the Video URL:
- In the Classic Editor, simply paste the copied video URL directly into the content area. Make sure you paste it on its own line.
- WordPress will automatically convert the URL into an embedded video when the post is published or previewed.
- Publish or Update the Post:
- After pasting the video URL, click Publish or Update to save your changes.
Method 3: Using the Facebook Embedded Video Plugin (Optional)
If you need more control over the appearance of embedded Facebook videos or if the default embedding method does not work as expected, you can use a plugin like Smash Balloon Social Post Feed or similar Facebook embedding plugins.
Steps:
- Install and Activate the Plugin:
- In your WordPress dashboard, go to Plugins > Add New.
- Search for the Smash Balloon Social Post Feed plugin and click Install Now, then Activate.
- Connect to Facebook:
- After activation, go to the plugin’s settings page and connect your Facebook account to authorize access.
- Embed the Facebook Video:
- Once the plugin is configured, you can use a shortcode or block to embed Facebook videos with additional customization options like video width, height, and autoplay.
Tips for Embedding Facebook Videos in WordPress
- Responsive Design: WordPress automatically ensures that embedded videos are responsive, meaning they will adjust their size according to the device screen.
- Autoplay: Facebook videos will not autoplay when embedded on external websites, ensuring compliance with best practices for user experience.
- Customizing Video Appearance: While the default embedding works for most use cases, plugins can give you more customization options like styling the player, adding captions, or choosing autoplay settings.
Conclusion
Embedding Facebook videos in WordPress is quick and straightforward using either the Block Editor or Classic Editor. With just a few steps, you can enrich your WordPress content with engaging video from Facebook, helping to keep your audience entertained and informed. For more advanced features, you can also use dedicated plugins that offer additional control over your embeds.
