How to Add Social Media Icons to Wordpress
- George Apostolov
How to Add Social Media Icons to Wordpress: step-by-step guide
Go to the page or post where you want to add the icons.
Click the “+” button to add a new block.
Search for "Social Icons" block
Select the platforms you want to link to and customize the appearance.
Create buttons with links to your social media profiles.
Once done, save your changes.
Quick answer: To add social media icons to your WordPress site, open your desired page or post, add a new block by clicking the plus button, and search for the Social Icons block. Next, select your platforms, customize the appearance, create buttons with profile links, and save your changes.
About this WordPress tutorial
Insert social icons into your WordPress pages and posts by adding the block, selecting platforms, linking profiles, and saving your changes. This guide shows how to add Social Media Icons to Wordpress in 6 steps, starting with "Go to the page or post where you want to add the icons" and finishing with "Once done, save your changes". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real WordPress interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to add Social Media Icons to Wordpress?
6 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your WordPress data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under WordPress. Related guides: How to add submenu in wordpress, How to Archive a Wordpress Site and How to Back Up a WordPress Site. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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