How do I install plugins, such as Calendly, on Webflow?

Published on
September 22, 2023

To install plugins like Calendly on Webflow, you can follow these steps:

  1. Sign up for a Calendly account: Visit the Calendly website and create an account if you don't already have one. Calendly is a scheduling software that allows you to easily set up meetings and appointments.

  2. Generate the embed code: Once you've created your Calendly account, log in and navigate to the event type you want to embed on your Webflow site. Click on the "Share" button and select the "Embed" option. Customize the appearance and settings of your embeddable event type, then copy the provided embed code.

  3. Open your Webflow project: Log in to your Webflow account and open the project where you want to install the Calendly plugin.

  4. Navigate to the Designer: Once in your Webflow project, click on the "Designer" tab at the top of the screen. This will allow you to access the design editor.

  5. Select your desired page: In the left sidebar, click on the page where you want to add the Calendly plugin. This will open the selected page in the designer.

  6. Add an Embed element: In the designer, click on the "+" button located on the left sidebar or press the "E" key on your keyboard to access the elements panel. Search for "Embed" and drag the Embed element onto your page where you want the Calendly plugin to appear.

  7. Paste the embed code: With the Embed element selected on your page, go to the right sidebar and paste the Calendly embed code into the "Embed Code" field. Make sure the code is inserted correctly.

  8. Customize the plugin: Once the embed code is added, you can customize the appearance and behavior of the Calendly plugin using custom code or Webflow interactions. This will allow you to match the plugin to your site's design and functionality.

  9. Publish your changes: After adding and customizing the Calendly plugin, click on the "Publish" button at the top right corner of the designer to make your changes live on the web.

By following these steps, you will successfully install the Calendly plugin on your Webflow site and enable visitors to schedule appointments or meetings directly from your website.

Additional Questions:

  1. How can I integrate other plugins or third-party tools with Webflow?
  2. Are there any other popular scheduling plugins similar to Calendly that can be used with Webflow?
  3. Can I use custom code to add advanced functionality to my Webflow site?