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facebook Reviews to Prestashop

Want More Sales? Add Facebook Reviews to PrestaShop

As a PrestaShop store owner, you know how vital it is to build trust with your customers. While great products and smooth functionality are essential, social proof can make the difference between a visitor browsing and a visitor buying.

Embedding Facebook reviews into your PrestaShop store is a powerful way to showcase authentic customer testimonials and boost your credibility.

In this guide, we’ll cover why adding Facebook reviews to PrestaShop is essential, provide step-by-step instructions for embedding them, and share best practices to make the most of this feature.

Why Add Facebook Reviews to PrestaShop?

Adding Facebook reviews to your PrestaShop store can provide the following benefits:

Boost Customer Confidence: 84% of people trust online reviews as much as personal recommendations​. Facebook reviews offer authentic testimonials that reassure potential customers.

Enhance Conversions: Displaying reviews at strategic points in your store reduces hesitation and increases the likelihood of purchase.

Improve SEO: Customer-generated content, like reviews, can help improve your store’s visibility in search engines, especially for local searches.

Increase Engagement: Reviews keep visitors engaged longer, making them more likely to explore other products.

Reinforce Authenticity: Facebook reviews are public and verifiable, making them highly credible compared to anonymous testimonials.

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How to Add Facebook Reviews to PrestaShop

Let’s dive into the essentials of adding Facebook reviews to your website or platform.With WiserNotify, this process is straightforward and user-friendly.

Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you seamlessly display Facebook reviews on your platform.

Step 1: Log Into Your WiserNotify Dashboard

Ensure you’ve installed the social proof pixels. You’ll find an “Add Notification” button on the dashboard. Clicking this will allow you to select “Customer Review.” From there, you can add notifications by entering your website name.

Adding facebook review notification step 1

Step 2: Customize Your Notifications

Navigate to the customization dashboard and select “Data Source” to add Facebook reviews. WiserNotify efficiently pulls data directly from Facebook, ensuring your reviews are up-to-date and authentic.

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Step 3: Watch the Customization Tutorial

For detailed customization to align with your brand style, watch our full tutorial video here:

Expanding Your Options: Facebook Social Wall

In addition to individual reviews, WiserNotify offers a “Social Wall” feature, which you can access from the dashboard.

Facebook Social wall step 1

This feature provides two options: a Social Wall and a Review Wall, allowing you to tailor the content to meet your specific needs.

Visual Guide

Here’s what your Facebook Review Wall and Feed Wall could look like once set up.

Facebook review wall:

Here is how facebook review wall look like

Facebook social feed wall:

Here is how social feed look like on website

Remember, the integration of Facebook reviews is just the beginning. WiserNotify offers a range of social proof and FOMO notifications to build your website’s trust and credibility. Explore these options to find the perfect match for your online presence.

How to Embed Facebook Reviews on PrestaShop

Follow these steps to integrate Facebook reviews into your PrestaShop store:

1. Generate a Facebook Reviews Widget

  • Use Wisernotify to create a customizable widget for your Facebook reviews.
  • Customize the design to align with your store’s branding.

2. Copy the Embed Code

  • Once your widget is ready, Wisernotify will provide you with an embed code.

3. Log into Your PrestaShop Admin Panel

  • Access your PrestaShop dashboard.

4. Edit Your Theme

  • Navigate to Design > Pages or access the specific page where you want to display the reviews.
  • You can also use Modules > Widgets to add custom content blocks.

5. Add an HTML Block

  • If your theme includes custom HTML modules, insert a new HTML block where you want the reviews to appear (e.g., homepage, product pages, or footer).
  • Paste the embed code from Wisernotify into the HTML editor.

6. Save and Preview

  • Save the changes and preview your store to ensure the reviews display correctly.

7. Adjust Placement

  • Use your theme editor to tweak the placement or size of the reviews to fit your design.

8. Test for Mobile Responsiveness

  • Check the reviews on mobile and desktop devices to ensure they are fully responsive.

9. Publish Your Changes

  • Once satisfied, publish the updates to make the reviews live on your store.

Best Practices for Showcasing Facebook Reviews on PrestaShop

Strategic Placement

Add reviews to key areas such as:

  • Homepage: Create a strong first impression.
  • Product Pages: Highlight customer satisfaction for specific items.
  • Checkout Page: Reassure customers at the final step of their purchase.
  • Footer: Provide consistent visibility across your store.

Highlight Relevant Testimonials

  • Select reviews that address common concerns or emphasize key product benefits.

Match Your Store’s Aesthetic

  • Customize the widget’s appearance to match your store’s branding for a cohesive look.

Use Interactive Displays

  • Consider a carousel or slider format to display multiple reviews without overwhelming your layout.

Regular Updates

  • Ensure the widget dynamically updates with new reviews to maintain authenticity and relevance.

Common Mistakes to Avoid When Adding Facebook Reviews to PrestaShop

Cluttering the Page

  • Avoid overloading your pages with too many reviews. Focus on a curated selection of impactful testimonials.

Neglecting Mobile Optimization

  • Many PrestaShop visitors shop on mobile devices. Ensure the reviews display perfectly on smaller screens.

Using Generic Feedback

  • Highlight specific, detailed reviews that provide meaningful insights into your products or services.

Ignoring Page Speed

  • Ensure the review widget is lightweight to avoid slowing down your store’s performance.

Skipping Testing

  • Test the widget on various devices and browsers to ensure it works seamlessly.

Wrap-Up

Embedding Facebook reviews into your PrestaShop store is a simple yet effective way to build trust, engage visitors, and drive sales.

By leveraging tools like Wisernotify, you can create dynamic, customizable widgets that align perfectly with your store’s design.

Ready to elevate your PrestaShop store with the power of social proof? Start embedding Facebook reviews today and watch your conversions soar.

FAQ's

Yes, you can create separate widgets for individual products using Wisernotify.

 

Absolutely. Wisernotify’s widgets are designed to look great on all devices.

 

You can include a “Leave a Review” CTA on your website, send follow-up emails, or offer small incentives for leaving feedback.

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Krunal Vaghasiya
Krunal Vaghasiya is a marketing tech expert who boosts e-commerce conversion rates with automated social proof and FOMO strategies. He loves to keep posting insightful posts on online marketing software, marketing automations, and improving conversion rates.
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