Has anyone found a solution for the slider on a Webflow site that has stopped working without authorizing loading of unsafe scripts?

Published on
September 22, 2023

The slider on a Webflow site may stop working if the browser blocks the loading of unsafe scripts. This can happen when the site uses external scripts or if certain web security settings are enabled. To resolve this issue and ensure the slider works properly without authorizing the loading of unsafe scripts, you can try the following solutions:

  1. Use a built-in Webflow slider: Instead of relying on external scripts, you can use the built-in slider component provided by Webflow. This way, you won't have to worry about unsafe scripts being blocked, as the slider is a native feature of the Webflow platform.

  2. Embed the slider script with a secure connection: If you're using a third-party slider script that is being blocked due to security settings, you can try hosting the script on a secure server using HTTPS. This ensures that the script is loaded securely, without triggering any unsafe script warnings.

  3. Check browser security settings: Some browsers have stricter security settings, which can automatically block certain scripts. In this case, you can instruct your visitors to modify their browser settings or add your website to the trusted sites list to allow the slider script to load without any issues.

  4. Optimize and minimize scripts: If the issue is not related to external scripts but rather the size or complexity of the slider script itself, you can optimize and minimize the code. This can help reduce the chances of the script being blocked by security measures.

Remember to test the slider on multiple browsers and devices to ensure it works properly without triggering any unsafe script warnings. By implementing these solutions, you can have a functional slider on your Webflow site without having to compromise security.

Additional questions:

  1. How do I troubleshoot a slider that is not working on my Webflow site?
  2. What are the alternatives to using unsafe scripts for sliders on Webflow?
  3. How can I optimize the performance of the slider on my Webflow site without compromising security?