Easily embed a Twitter/X feed on your Squarespace website
Adding a Twitter/X feed to your Squarespace site in 2024
Follow these steps to embed an X feed on your Squarespace website:
Go to the Twitter Publish page and sign in with your Twitter/X account.
Select the "Embedded Timeline" option.
Choose the type of timeline you want to embed:
Your X profile timeline
A list of your X posts
A collection of X posts
An X search query
Customize your embedded timeline settings:
Setting Description Height Adjust the height of the embedded timeline Theme Choose between "Light" or "Dark" theme Layout Select a "Compact" or "Full-width" layout
Copy the generated embed code.
In your Squarespace site editor, add a "Code" block where you want the X feed to appear.
Paste the embed code into the "Code" block.
Save your changes and preview your site to see the embedded X feed in action.
Note: The embedded timeline will only display posts from public accounts. If your X account is private, the timeline will not show your posts.
By following these simple steps, you can easily integrate your X feed into your Squarespace website, providing dynamic content for your visitors and increasing engagement with your brand on X.
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Embedding a Twitter feed, now known as an X feed after the platform's rebranding, on your website is an effective way to integrate dynamic social media content and engage your audience. Displaying an X feed allows visitors to see your latest posts and interact with your brand without leaving your site.
In 2023, Twitter underwent a major transformation, with its famous blue bird logo being replaced by a bold X as part of Elon Musk's vision to create an "everything app".
Despite the changes and tumultuous transition, X remains an important communication channel, especially for businesses looking to connect with customers, build brand awareness, and establish thought leadership.
Fortunately, the process to embed an X feed on your Squarespace website is relatively straightforward. By following a few simple steps using X's embed code, you can easily add an X timeline showcasing your latest posts.
This allows you to leverage your X content and presence to enhance your website and keep visitors engaged with your brand.In this article, we'll walk through exactly how to embed a Twitter feed on your Squarespace site in 2024 .
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Troubleshooting common issues
When embedding an X feed on your Squarespace website, you may encounter some issues. Here are a few common problems and their solutions:
The embedded timeline doesn't appear on your site:
Ensure that you have correctly pasted the entire embed code into the Squarespace "Code" block
Check that you have published the changes to your site
Verify that the X account you are trying to embed is public, as private accounts cannot be displayed in embedded timelines
The embedded timeline looks different from what you expected:
Review your customization settings on the Twitter Publish page, such as height, theme, and layout
Make sure you have selected the correct type of timeline (profile, list, collection, or search)
Keep in mind that the appearance of the embedded timeline may vary slightly depending on your website's design and the device being used to view it
The embedded timeline is not updating with new posts:
X embeds automatically update every 30 seconds, so wait a short while to see if new posts appear
Ensure that the X account you have embedded is actively posting content
Check if there are any issues with the X platform itself, such as temporary outages or service disruptions
If you continue to experience problems with your embedded X feed, consult the following resources for further assistance:
X's Developer Forums for more technical issues
By troubleshooting common issues and seeking help from available resources, you can ensure that your embedded X feed functions smoothly and effectively on your Squarespace website.
Why the Squarespace Twitter block stopped working
In 2023, Twitter made significant changes to its API (Application Programming Interface) that affected how third-party platforms, like Squarespace, could access and display Twitter content. Here's what happened:
Twitter introduced a new paid API structure:
Basic access remained free but with limitations
Higher tiers of access required a paid subscription
The cost of API access increased significantly:
Many platforms, including Squarespace and the BBC, found the new pricing cost-prohibitive
Integrating Twitter content became financially unfeasible for some businesses and organizations
As a result, Squarespace discontinued its native Twitter block:
The Twitter block in the Squarespace editor stopped functioning
Existing Twitter blocks on Squarespace sites no longer displayed updated content
However, the manual embed code method still works:
By using the embed code generated from the Twitter Publish page, users can still add X feeds to their Squarespace sites
This method relies on the publicly available embed feature rather than the API
Despite the challenges posed by Twitter's API changes, embedding an X feed on a Squarespace site remains possible through the manual embed code process outlined in the previous section. While the native Squarespace Twitter block may no longer function, you can still integrate your X content and engage your audience on your website.
The transition from Twitter to X
Since Elon Musk's $44 billion acquisition of Twitter in October 2022, the platform has undergone significant changes and faced numerous controversies under his leadership:
October 2022: Immediately after the takeover, Musk fired top executives, including CEO Parag Agrawal, and laid off about half of Twitter's workforce, prompting concerns about content moderation and the platform's future. (The Guardian)
November 2022: Musk rolled out Twitter Blue, a revamped subscription service that allowed users to purchase a verified badge for $8/month. This led to a surge in impersonation and misinformation, causing chaos on the platform. (BBC News)
December 2022: Musk clashed with Apple over the company's reduced ad spending on Twitter, questioning whether Apple hates "free speech in America." He later met with Apple CEO Tim Cook to resolve the issue. (The Washington Post)
2023: Throughout the year, Musk made controversial decisions, such as reinstating previously banned accounts (e.g., Donald Trump, Kanye West), relaxing content moderation policies, and engaging in public disputes with advertisers and critics. This led to a decline in ad revenue and user growth. (Reuters)
July 2023: Twitter rebranded as X, with Musk unveiling a new logo and outlining his vision for an "everything app." This move aimed to expand the platform's capabilities beyond social media. (CNN)
Late 2023: X faced increased scrutiny from regulators and researchers over content moderation and the spread of misinformation. Musk's erratic behavior and controversial tweets continued to alienate advertisers and users. (The Atlantic)
Despite the turbulent transition and challenges, Musk maintains that X remains an important communication channel and has the potential to become a super app.
However, the platform's future success depends on its ability to retain users, attract advertisers, and navigate the complexities of content moderation in an increasingly polarized online environment.
Conclusion
Despite the challenges and changes brought about by Twitter's transformation into X, embedding a social media feed on your Squarespace website remains a valuable tool for engaging your audience.
By following the simple steps outlined in this article, you can easily integrate your X timeline into your site, showcasing your latest posts and encouraging visitors to interact with your brand.
While the native Squarespace Twitter block may no longer function due to API changes, the manual embed code method provides a straightforward alternative.
So, don't let the X factor intimidate you—embedding your feed on Squarespace is as easy as 1, 2, tweet!
