GoDaddy Site Builder - Embed Guide
This page gives instructions for embedding CrowdWork widgets on a GoDaddy Website Builder site.
Ready to showcase your shows and classes directly on your GoDaddy website? You're in the right place! This guide will walk you through the simple process of embedding CrowdWork widgets on your GoDaddy Website Builder site.
✅ What You'll Need
Before you begin, make sure you have:
An active CrowdWork account
A GoDaddy Website Builder site you can edit (Websites + Marketing)
Your widget embed code from CrowdWork Dashboard (keep reading if not)
About 5 minutes of your time
👾 Getting Your Widget Code
First, let's grab your widget code from CrowdWork:
Log in to your CrowdWork Dashboard
Navigate to Theatre > Embeds in the left menu
Choose the widget type (Shows or Classes)
Select your preferred view (Calendar or Cards)
Customize any settings (tag filtering, start date, etc.)
Copy the code snippet provided in the box
🚀 Adding Your Widget to GoDaddy Website Builder
Now let's add it to your GoDaddy site:
Using the HTML Section (Recommended Method)
Access your GoDaddy site editor
Go to your GoDaddy product page
Scroll down, expand "Websites + Marketing"
Click "Manage" next to your website
Navigate to the page where you want to add your widget
Select the page you want to edit from your site navigation
Add a new section
Go to the location on your page where you want the widget
Click to add a new section
Find and add the HTML section
Search for "HTML" in the section library
Click "Add" when you find the HTML section
Paste your widget code
In the "Custom Code" field, paste your CrowdWork widget code
Leave "Forced Height" blank for auto-height, or set a specific height in pixels if needed
Customize any other section settings like title or accent color
Preview and publish
Use "Preview" to see how your widget looks
When you're satisfied, "Publish" your site to make changes live
Important Limitations:
GoDaddy Website Builder embeds code within an iframe, which may limit some advanced features
Your widget may not be fully responsive within the iframe container
Some interactive elements may be restricted due to GoDaddy's security policies
💡 GoDaddy-Specific Tips
Because of how GoDaddy Website Builder works, here are some specific tips:
Height Settings
Auto-height: Leave "Forced Height" blank to let your widget determine its own height
Fixed height: Set a specific pixel value if your widget gets cut off
Calendar widgets: Usually need at least 400-500 pixels of height
Card widgets: Generally need less height, around 200-300 pixels per row
Code Formatting
Use HTTPS (not HTTP) in your embed codes
Ensure your code is complete - missing characters can break the widget
If your code is very long, it may exceed GoDaddy's limits (try the iframe version of your embed code)
Testing
Always preview before publishing
Test on both desktop and mobile views
Remember that some features only work on the published site, not in preview
🔧 Troubleshooting
Widget not appearing?
Check that you used the complete embed code from CrowdWork
Verify you're using HTTPS (not HTTP) in your code
Try increasing the "Forced Height" setting to 400+ pixels
Make sure your site is published, not just previewed
Widget appears cut off?
Increase the "Forced Height" setting
For calendar widgets, try 500-600 pixels
For card widgets, adjust based on how many cards you expect to display
Code too long error?
This can happen with very complex embed codes
Try using the shortest version of your embed code from CrowdWork
Contact our support if you continue to have issues
Widget not responsive on mobile?
This is a known limitation of GoDaddy's iframe implementation
The widget will still be functional, but may not resize perfectly
Test thoroughly on mobile devices before going live
🎯 Best Practices for GoDaddy + CrowdWork
Make the most of your integration:
Keep it simple: Start with one widget per page to avoid complexity
Test thoroughly: Preview on multiple devices before publishing
Plan for height: Calendar widgets need more vertical space than cards
Mobile-first: Always check how your widget looks on mobile devices
Strategic placement: Put your most important events prominently on your homepage
🔄 Updates and Maintenance
Once embedded, your widget will automatically sync with your CrowdWork account:
Automatic updates: Changes in CrowdWork appear immediately on your site
No maintenance required: The widget stays current without any work from you
Cache considerations: If changes don't appear immediately, try refreshing your browser
📋 Alternative Solutions
If you encounter limitations with the HTML section:
Contact CrowdWork support - we may have alternative embed codes that work better with GoDaddy
Consider iframe alternatives - we can provide different code formats
Use multiple smaller widgets - instead of one large calendar, try several smaller card widgets
⚠️ Known Limitations
Be aware of these GoDaddy Website Builder limitations:
Iframe containment: All custom code runs within iframes, limiting some features
Responsiveness: Embedded content may not be fully responsive
Code size limits: Very long embed codes may be rejected
JavaScript restrictions: Some interactive features may be limited
No header/footer injection: Unlike older GoDaddy versions, current Website Builder doesn't allow header/footer code injection
🆘 When You Need Help
If you run into issues:
Check our troubleshooting steps above first
Try a different height setting - this fixes most display issues
Test on your published site - not just the preview
Contact our support team with specific details about what you're seeing
Need further assistance? Reach out to our Support Team - we're always happy to help!
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