Adding a Google News widget to your website is a great way to keep your visitors informed about the latest news on various topics. This guide will walk you through the process of adding a Google News widget to your site using RSS feeds.
Step 1: Copy your Google News URL
First, navigate to Google News and find the content you want to follow.
Type your topic (e.g., "Artificial Intelligence") into the search bar.
Choose a region by clicking the Settings icon.
Once the page loads, copy the full URL from your browser’s address bar.
Step 2: Generate the Feed with RSS.app
Go to the Google News RSS Generator.
Paste the URL you copied into the search box.
Click Generate.
Preview your feed and click Save To My Feeds.
Your feed will now update according to your plan's refresh rate.
Step 4: Create a Google News Widget
1. Go to the Widgets section at the top of your feed.
2. Select your widget layout.
Popular options include:
Step 5: Customize the Widget (Optional)
You can quickly change the appearance using style presets, or click Customize for more control.
Adjust:
Fonts and colors
Layout and spacing
Card styles
Animation (for ticker widgets)
Step 6: Embed the Widget on Your Website
1. Click Add to Website.
2. Copy the JavaScript or iframe embed code.
3. Paste the code snippet into your website builder such as Wix, Wordpress, Shopify, Squarespace, or Weebly.
Once added, the widget will automatically display the latest Google News headlines.