How to Embed C-SPAN Videos on Shopify in 2025

Want to add C-SPAN videos to your Shopify store? Perhaps you’re selling political merchandise, running a news blog, or creating educational content. Adding live C-SPAN videos can make your Shopify pages more informative and engaging.

This guide shows you how to embed C-SPAN content on your Shopify store in just a few simple steps.

What is C-SPAN?

C-SPAN (Cable-Satellite Public Affairs Network) is a public service that provides live coverage of US federal government proceedings and other public affairs programming. Their website offers thousands of videos including congressional sessions, political debates, interviews, and historical footage.

Why Embed C-SPAN Videos on Your Shopify Store?

  • Add credibility to political merchandise or educational products
  • Keep your audience informed with latest political developments
  • Enhance blog posts with relevant political discussions
  • Provide context for news-related products

Step-by-Step Guide to Embedding C-SPAN on Shopify

1. Install EmbedAny App

First, you’ll need to install the EmbedAny app from the Shopify App Store:

  1. Visit EmbedAny on the Shopify App Store
  2. Click “Add app” and follow the installation instructions
  3. Complete the activation process

2. Find the C-SPAN Content You Want to Embed

  1. Go to the C-SPAN website
  2. Browse or search for the video you want to embed
  3. Open the video page and copy the full URL from your browser’s address bar
  1. Go to your Shopify admin panel
  2. Navigate to the page, product, or blog post where you want to add the C-SPAN content
  3. In the rich text editor, paste the C-SPAN link
  4. Highlight the pasted link
  5. Click the “Italic” button (or use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+I / Cmd+I)
  6. Save your changes

That’s it! The C-SPAN link will now appear as a fully interactive embedded video on your Shopify store.

Examples of How to Use C-SPAN Embeds

  • Product Descriptions: Add relevant political speeches next to related merchandise
  • Blog Posts: Enhance political commentary with actual footage
  • Educational Pages: Add historical debates to educational content
  • News Updates: Keep customers informed with latest hearings or press conferences

Troubleshooting Tips

  • Make sure you’ve properly italicised the link in the rich text editor
  • Verify that the C-SPAN URL is complete and not shortened
  • Check that EmbedAny is properly installed and activated on your store
  • Try refreshing your store’s cache if the embed doesn’t appear immediately

By following these simple steps, you can easily enhance your Shopify store with engaging C-SPAN content without needing any technical skills or coding knowledge.