1️⃣9️⃣ Use scheduled lightboxes or Popups to display important information on your website.
Lightboxes are a powerful tool for grabbing your website visitors' attention, whether you're promoting a special offer, announcing an event, or encouraging sign-ups for your newsletter. However, showing a lightbox at the right time is crucial for effectiveness. Fortunately, Wix now offers a built-in feature that allows you to schedule lightboxes, making it easier than ever to display your content at the perfect moment—no coding required! In this blog post, we'll walk you through the simple steps to add and schedule a lightbox on your Wix website.
Why Schedule a Lightbox?
Scheduling your lightbox can significantly enhance your website’s user experience and effectiveness. Here’s why you should consider it:
Targeted Campaigns: Display time-sensitive offers, such as holiday promotions, flash sales, or upcoming events, right when they matter most.
Improved User Experience: Avoid overwhelming your visitors with pop-ups by showing lightboxes only during relevant periods.
Maximised Engagement: Align the appearance of your lightbox with peak traffic times, ensuring maximum visibility.
Step 1: Create Your Lightbox
First, you’ll need to create the lightbox that you want to schedule.
Log in to your Wix account and open your site’s Editor.
Click on the “+” (Add) button on the left-hand menu.
Select “Lightbox” from the dropdown menu and choose a template that best suits your needs.
Customise the Lightbox: Modify the text, add images, and adjust the design to match your brand. Make sure to include a clear call-to-action (CTA) to guide your visitors.
Step 2: Configure Lightbox Behaviour
Next, configure when and how your lightbox will appear on your site.
Select the Lightbox in your editor.
Click on “Settings” in the lightbox toolbar.
Here, you can control the lightbox’s trigger behaviour, such as showing it on the first visit, after a specific delay, or when a visitor is about to exit the site.
Step 3: Schedule Your Lightbox
Thanks to Wix’s built-in scheduling feature, you can now easily set specific dates and times for your lightbox to appear.
Open the Lightbox Settings: With your lightbox selected, click on “Settings” from the lightbox toolbar.
Scroll down to “Lightbox scheduling”: In the settings panel, you'll find an option called “Lightbox scheduling.”
Set Your Schedule: Choose the start and end dates and times when you want the lightbox to appear on your site. This allows you to display the lightbox only during a specified time frame—perfect for limited-time offers or event promotions.
Save Your Changes: Once you’ve set your desired schedule, make sure to save the changes.
Step 4: Publish Your Site
After configuring and scheduling your lightbox, it’s time to go live.
Click on the “Publish” button in the top-right corner of the editor.
Test Your Lightbox: Visit your live site during the scheduled time to ensure that the lightbox appears as intended.
Final Thoughts
With Wix's new scheduling feature, adding a timed lightbox to your website is easier than ever. This tool empowers you to create more personalised and targeted interactions with your audience, ensuring that your messages reach visitors at the most impactful times.
Whether you're running a time-sensitive promotion or simply want to improve the user experience, scheduling your lightbox can help you achieve your goals more effectively. So go ahead, give it a try, and start making the most of your Wix website!
Happy designing!
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