Add Music and Audio Files
Info: This article applies to Website Builder purchases made after 14th January 2025. For further assistance, please contact our support team.
In this article, we will briefly explain how to upload a music or audio file to your website for playback.
Download File
You can embed music for download on your site.
Play Directly on the Web
If you want visitors to play music or sound directly on your site, you will need to use external services like Soundcloud. These platforms also allow you to create playlists and track the number of plays.
Upload the file to one of these services, then embed it into your website as a widget via HTML code.
Background Music When Entering the Site
Although background music can theoretically be added through an external widget (as mentioned above), most modern browsers (such as Firefox, Chrome, and Opera) block autoplay due to concerns over accidental sound activation and high data usage on mobile devices. As a result, this widget is unlikely to work. Instead, we recommend using a player on the homepage to allow users to play music at their discretion.
IMPORTANT: Be sure to respect the copyright of any music or sound files used on your site.
If you have any further questions, simply raise a support request from within your Online Control Panel or call us on 01 5255768. Our Support team are here to help and ready to assist you with your enquiry.
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