How to Embed Kickstarter Projects on Your Shopify Store with EmbedAny
Want to showcase your successful Kickstarter campaign on your Shopify store? Or perhaps highlight crowdfunding projects that complement your products? Adding interactive Kickstarter embeds to your Shopify store is remarkably simple with EmbedAny.
Why Embed Kickstarter Projects on Your Shopify Store?
Displaying Kickstarter campaigns on your store can:
- Build credibility by showing your successful crowdfunding history
- Share your brand story and origins
- Showcase upcoming products still in the funding stage
- Create excitement about new projects in your industry
Quick Start Guide to Embedding Kickstarter Projects
Step 1: Install the EmbedAny App
Before you can embed Kickstarter content, you’ll need to install the EmbedAny app:
- Visit EmbedAny on the Shopify App Store
- Click “Add app” and follow the installation process
- Activate the app on your store
Step 2: Find Your Kickstarter Project Link
- Go to the Kickstarter project you want to embed
- Copy the full URL from your browser address bar
- Example:
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/example/amazing-project
- Example:
Step 3: Add the Kickstarter Embed to Your Store
- Navigate to the page or product where you want to add the Kickstarter embed
- In the content editor, paste the Kickstarter URL
- Important: Make the link italic by selecting it and clicking the italic button (or using Ctrl+I/Cmd+I)
- Save your changes
That’s it! The Kickstarter link will automatically transform into an interactive embed when viewed on your store.
Where to Use Kickstarter Embeds
- About Us Page: Share your crowdfunding journey
- Product Descriptions: Show the origin story of products that began on Kickstarter
- Blog Posts: Highlight upcoming projects or industry innovations
- Homepage: Feature your current campaign to drive backers
Advanced Tips
- Size Control: Add multiple line breaks before and after your link to give the embed more breathing room
- Context Matters: Add a brief introduction text before the embed to explain its relevance to your customers
- Updates: Replace old campaign embeds with the final product once it’s launched in your store
Troubleshooting
Not seeing your Kickstarter embed? Check that:
- You’ve italicised the link correctly
- The Kickstarter URL is complete and valid
- EmbedAny is properly installed and activated
Adding Kickstarter campaigns to your Shopify store is a brilliant way to tell your brand story and build trust with customers. With EmbedAny, you can seamlessly integrate these interactive elements anywhere in your store without touching a line of code.