WebWave is a Polish visual website builder that lets you create websites with true drag-and-drop freedom, inspired by graphic design tools like Canva. You can position elements pixel-by-pixel, use AI to generate sites in minutes, and publish without any coding. But like most website builders, it does not include a built-in community forum or discussion feature.
That's where Website Toolbox comes in. You can embed a fully featured discussion forum directly into your WebWave site, or simply link to your forum from your site's navigation. Either way, you get user accounts, moderation tools, and real-time conversations.
This works really well for:
- Small business communities
- Portfolio and creative feedback forums
- Online course discussions
- Customer support forums
- Nonprofit and community organization boards
- Freelancer client portals
- Private member groups
This step-by-step guide walks you through the process:
Step-by-Step: Add Your Forum
- Visit webwave.me and log in to your account. If you don't have one, click Sign up to create a free account.
- From the dashboard, click Create new website to start a new project, or open an existing website where you want to add the forum.
- In the WebWave editor, click the More Options menu on the left toolbar, then select the Custom HTML icon from the dropdown. Drag the Custom HTML element onto your page where you want the forum to appear. Resize the element to fill the area where the forum should be displayed.
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You can either embed the forum directly into the page or link to it. Both approaches start the same way. You'll need your Website Toolbox forum URL or embed code:
- Log in to your Website Toolbox account or create a new forum if you don't already have one.
- Copy your forum URL. You'll need this for the linking approach.
- For the embedding approach, go to Integrate Embed → Embed your forum , and copy the embed code.
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Option A: Embed the forum: Click the More Actions button at the top-right corner of the Custom HTML element, then select Edit Code. In the HTML window that opens, paste your Website Toolbox embed code and click Save.
Option B: Link to the forum: Add a text element or button to your page and link it to your Website Toolbox forum URL. Set the link to open in a new tab so visitors stay on your site. - Click Publish in the top-right corner of the WebWave editor to make your site live.
- If you chose the embedding approach, visit your published site and navigate to the forum page to confirm the forum is displaying correctly. Copy the full URL of that page.
- If you chose the embedding approach, go back to the Website Toolbox Integrate → Embed → Embed Your Forum section and paste your WebWave forum page URL into the Where is the forum embedded? field.
Single Sign On
Website Toolbox offers a custom SSO integration service starting at $199.
How to purchase custom SSO integration:
- Log in to your Website Toolbox account.
- Go to Integrate → Single Sign On.
- Under Your Website Builder, select Other from the dropdown.
- Follow the prompts to complete your purchase.
What Your Members Can Do
Once your forum is connected, your members get a full-featured community experience. Website Toolbox includes many more features beyond what's listed here. Visit the Features Tour to see everything that's available.
💬 For Members
- Create and reply to discussion threads
- Like posts
- Upload images and files
- Receive email notifications
- Customize their profile
🛡️ For Admins
- Moderate posts and comments
- Ban users
- Create categories and pin topics
- Customize the forum's appearance
- Manage member permissions
Frequently Asked Questions
Does WebWave have a built-in forum feature?
No, WebWave does not currently have a native forum feature. However, you can easily add a forum to your site using Website Toolbox, either by embedding it directly into a page or by linking to it from your navigation.
Should I embed the forum or link to it?
Both work well. Embedding keeps users on your WebWave site and integrates the forum seamlessly into your page layout. Linking is simpler to set up and opens the forum in its own page, which can be a better experience on mobile devices. Choose whichever fits your workflow.
Can I customize the look of my embedded forum?
Yes. Website Toolbox provides a theme editor with a variety of themes you can choose from to match your WebWave site's design. You can customize colors, fonts, layout settings, and more to create a seamless look.
Can I make the forum private or members-only?
Absolutely. You can restrict forum access to logged-in users, create invite-only communities, or charge for access with subscription plans. Combined with the SSO integration, you can seamlessly connect your WebWave site's user system with the forum.
Do I need to know how to code?
No. WebWave uses a visual drag-and-drop editor so you can build your site without writing any code. Adding the forum is as simple as dragging a Custom HTML element onto your page and pasting the embed code. No technical skills required.
Will the forum work on mobile devices?
Yes. Website Toolbox forums are fully responsive and work great on phones, tablets, and desktops. If you embed the forum, the iframe adapts to the container size automatically. WebWave's responsive design tools also let you adjust how the forum element displays on different screen sizes. Website Toolbox also offers a mobile app so your members can participate from their phones.