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Requirement: To embed Told into a WordPress site, users must have access to the WordPress dashboard and be able to modify their site's theme files or utilize a plugin to add custom code.

Step 1: Copy and Paste the Installation Code​

Follow these steps to embed Told into your WordPress site:

  1. Access the Installation Page on Told: Navigate to the installation page of your source on Told and copy the provided installation code.
  2. Edit Theme Files: Log in to your WordPress dashboard and navigate to Appearance > Theme Editor.
  3. Locate the Header.php File: In the Theme Editor, find and click on the header.php file. This file typically controls the head section of your site.
  4. Insert Code: Paste the copied Told installation code into the appropriate location within the header.php file, typically just before the closing head tag.
  5. Save Changes: After adding the installation code, click the Update File button to save your changes.

Other Methods for Embedding Told into WordPress:​

While editing theme files is one method, there are alternative approaches to embed Told into your WordPress site:

  • Using a Plugin: WordPress offers various plugins that allow users to add custom code snippets to their site without directly editing theme files. Plugins like "Insert Headers and Footers" provide a user-friendly interface for inserting code into the header or footer of your site.
  • Utilizing Theme Options: Some WordPxress themes come with built-in options to add custom code directly through the theme settings or customization panel. This method eliminates the need to edit theme files directly and offers a more accessible approach for users.
  1. Access the Installation Page on Told: Navigate to the installation page of your source on Told and copy the provided installation code.
  2. Add Code to the head Tag: You have several options to add code to the head tag of your WordPress site:
    • Editing Theme Files: If you're comfortable editing theme files, you can manually insert the installation code into the header.php file of your active theme. This file typically controls the head section of your site.
    • Using a Plugin: Alternatively, you can use a WordPress plugin to add custom code to your site's header. Plugins like "Insert Headers and Footers" or "Header and Footer Scripts" allow you to easily insert code snippets into your site's head section without modifying theme files.
    • Utilizing Theme Options: Some WordPress themes provide options to add custom code directly through the theme settings or customization panel. Check your theme's documentation to see if this feature is available.
  3. Save Changes: After adding the installation code to your site's head section, be sure to save your changes.

Step 2: Verify Installation​

After you've published your website, make sure that Told has been successfully installed by following these steps:

  1. Click on the "Verify installation" button.
  2. This will open a link to your website, allowing you to check the code implementation.
  3. Once successfully installed, the status should change to "Installed".