How to Sync Notion & WordPress (The Easy Way)

Updated: October 29, 2024 by Hannah Wright

Are you looking for a seamless way to sync your Notion pages with your WordPress website? If so, you’re in the right place! I’ve faced the same challenge of embedding Notion content into my site, and in this guide, I’ll walk you through how I use EmbedNPages to make it happen effortlessly.

Notion is an incredible tool for organizing wikis, directories, paid gated content, tasks and documents, but embedding its pages directly into a website can be tricky.

A standard iframe won’t work directly with Notion’s servers due to certain restrictions. However, there’s a simple and effective workaround that we’ll explore together!

1. Embed Notion with EmbedNPages (content updates automatically when changes are made)

EmbedNPages is a user-friendly tool designed specifically to help you embed Notion pages into your WordPress site. This tool simplifies the process significantly by generating a code snippet for you. To get started, follow these easy steps:

Make Your Notion Page Public: Before embedding, ensure that your Notion page is public. To do this, open your Notion page, click on the “Share” button in the top right corner, and toggle the “Share to web” option. This will make your page accessible to anyone who has the link.
Copy Your Notion URL: Once your page is public, copy the link.

Visit EmbedNPages: Go to EmbedNPages. Here, you’ll find a straightforward interface designed for embedding Notion pages. It generates a simple snippet for you and includes a free trial.
Paste Your URL: In the EmbedNPages input field, paste your Notion URL. The tool will automatically generate an iframe code snippet for you.
Copy the Code Snippet: Once the code is generated, copy it to your clipboard.

Now that you have the code snippet, you can easily embed it into your WordPress site. Here’s how:

Embedding the Code in WordPress

1. Log in to your WordPress admin panel.

2. Navigate to the page or post where you want to embed your Notion content.

3. Switch to the HTML or "Text editor" view in your post/page editor.

4. Paste the code snippet you copied from EmbedNPages where you want the Notion page to appear.

5. Update or publish your post/page.

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And that’s it! Your Notion page is now embedded in your WordPress site. The best part? Any changes you make in Notion will automatically reflect on your website, keeping your content fresh and up to date without any extra effort.

For Developers: Can I Code an Iframe Myself?

If you're a developer or have some coding experience, you might wonder if you can create an iframe embed manually.

Initially, this might seem like a straightforward solution, but currently, Notion does not support direct iframe embedding due to server-side restrictions.

As a result, it's best to use a tool like EmbedNPages for this purpose. Not only does it save you time, but it also ensures that your content is consistently updated without requiring manual intervention.

If you still want to explore coding an iframe, you could potentially use APIs or other integration tools, but this typically requires more advanced setup and maintenance.

Best Practices for Embedding Notion Pages

When embedding Notion pages into WordPress, consider the following best practices to optimize your content and user experience:

Keep Content Organized: Use headers, bullet points, and images to make your Notion pages visually appealing and easy to navigate. This will enhance the user experience on your WordPress site.
Maintain Public Access: Ensure that any Notion page you want to embed remains public. If you change the sharing settings, your embedded content may break.
Test Responsiveness: After embedding, check how your Notion content displays on different devices (desktop, tablet, mobile). Ensure it looks good and is easy to read on all screen sizes.
Monitor for Changes: If you're using static HTML, remember to periodically check your Notion content and re-export if necessary to keep your site updated.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

If you run into issues while embedding Notion pages, here are some common problems and solutions:

Embedded Content Not Displaying: Make sure the Notion page is public and that you’ve copied the correct URL. Double-check the iframe code for any mistakes.
Page Not Updating: If you're using static HTML, remember that changes in Notion won’t reflect unless you re-export the HTML and update the code in WordPress.
Responsive Issues: If the embedded page doesn’t display well on mobile, you may need to adjust the width and height attributes of the iframe code or consider using CSS for better styling.

Conclusion

Embedding Notion pages into your WordPress site can enhance your content delivery and make it easier to share updates with your audience.

With simple tools like EmbedNPages, the process is straightforward and user-friendly.

Whether you choose to embed directly with automatic updates or prefer to use static HTML, you now have the knowledge and resources to effectively integrate Notion into your website.

By following the steps outlined in this guide and implementing best practices, you can create a cohesive and dynamic web presence that showcases your Notion content beautifully. Enjoy embedding, and happy creating!