Display external content correctly with the Embed block

The Embed block can display supported external content from a URL inside a post.

Copy the public, direct page URL from the original source.

Type /embed in WordPress and select the Embed block.

Paste the URL and choose Embed.

If only a link appears, check that the content is public and the service is supported.

Open the page preview and test playback or display.

On mobile, make sure the frame does not overflow the page width.

For essential content, add a short text explanation beside the embed.

If the source removes its content, the embedded item may also stop working.

After publishing, check the page once more while signed out.

Official sources

• WordPress — Embed block
• WordPress — Embeds