When running an online course business on Thinkific, trust is everything. While high-quality courses and great design attract visitors, social proof is what converts them into students.
Embedding Facebook reviews into your Thinkific course pages is a powerful way to showcase real feedback, reassure potential learners, and boost your credibility.
This guide will walk you through why Facebook reviews are essential for Thinkific users, how to embed them seamlessly, and the best practices for showcasing them effectively.
Why Add Facebook Reviews to Thinkific?
Adding Facebook reviews to your Thinkific site offers multiple benefits:
Build Trust with Prospective Students: 84% of people trust online reviews as much as personal recommendations. Facebook reviews offer authentic testimonials that reassure visitors about the quality of your courses.
Boost Course Enrollments: Featuring positive feedback near CTAs like “Enroll Now” or “Start Free Trial” reduces hesitation and increases sign-ups.
Enhance Engagement: Reviews provide relatable experiences, keeping visitors engaged longer on your site.
Improve SEO: User-generated content from reviews often includes keywords relevant to your courses, improving your Thinkific site’s search rankings.
Showcase Authenticity: Facebook reviews are public and verifiable, making them a trusted source of social proof.
Build trust & FOMO
Highlight real-time activities like reviews, sales & sign-ups.
How to Add Facebook Reviews to Thinkific
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. 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. 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. 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: Facebook social feed wall: 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 Thinkific
Follow these steps to integrate Facebook reviews into your Thinkific course pages:
1. Generate a Facebook Reviews Widget
- Use Wisernotify to create a dynamic Facebook reviews widget.
- Customize the widget’s appearance to align with your Thinkific site’s branding.
2. Copy the Embed Code
- Once your widget is ready, Wisernotify will provide you with an embed code.
3. Log into Your Thinkific Admin Panel
- Access your Thinkific dashboard.
4. Navigate to Site Builder
- In the admin panel, go to Design Your Site > Site Builder and open the page where you want to display the reviews.
5. Add a Custom HTML Section
- In the Site Builder, click Add Section.
- Choose Custom Code from the list of options.
6. Paste the Embed Code
- Paste the Wisernotify embed code into the Custom Code field.
7. Position the Widget
- Drag the section to position the reviews where they’ll have the most impact (e.g., homepage, course landing page, or checkout page).
8. Preview Your Site
- Use Thinkific’s preview feature to ensure the reviews display correctly.
9. Publish Your Changes
- Once satisfied, click Save and Publish to make the reviews live on your site.
10. Test for Responsiveness
- Check your site on desktop, tablet, and mobile devices to ensure the reviews look great across all screen sizes.
Best Practices for Showcasing Facebook Reviews on Thinkific
Strategic Placement
Add reviews to high-visibility areas, such as:
- Homepage: To make a strong first impression.
- Course Landing Pages: To reassure visitors about specific courses.
- Checkout Pages: To reduce last-minute hesitation before enrollment.
- Footer: For consistent visibility across your site.
Highlight Relevant Testimonials
- Choose reviews that specifically mention course quality, teaching effectiveness, or the positive outcomes of your students.
Maintain Design Consistency
- Customize the reviews widget to match your Thinkific site’s fonts, colors, and overall design.
Use Interactive Displays
- Opt for carousels or sliders to display multiple reviews without overcrowding the page.
Keep Reviews Updated
- Dynamically update the widget to ensure the latest feedback is always visible.
Common Mistakes to Avoid When Adding Facebook Reviews to Thinkific
Cluttering Pages with Too Many Reviews
- Focus on 3–5 impactful testimonials rather than overwhelming visitors with too many reviews.
Ignoring Mobile Optimization
- Many Thinkific users browse via mobile devices. Ensure the reviews widget is responsive and visually appealing on smaller screens.
Using Generic Feedback
- Highlight specific reviews that address common questions or emphasize unique course benefits.
Neglecting Placement
- Position reviews strategically to complement, not distract from, the user journey.
Skipping Testing
- Always test your embedded reviews on various devices and browsers to ensure seamless functionality.
Wrap-Up
Embedding Facebook reviews into your Thinkific site is a straightforward way to boost trust, increase engagement, and drive more enrollments.
By using tools like Wisernotify, you can seamlessly integrate visually appealing, customizable review widgets that align perfectly with your site’s design and goals.
Ready to elevate your Thinkific site with the power of social proof? Start embedding Facebook reviews today and watch your enrollments soar!
