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How to Add a Searchable Directory to Your Webflow Site

Add a searchable, filterable directory to any Webflow page using an Embed element. Copy and paste, done.

Add a searchable, filterable directory to any Webflow page with an Embed element. You build and manage the directory in EmbedDirectory, and Webflow renders it right where you place the snippet.

Before You Start

You'll need an EmbedDirectory account to build and embed a searchable directory on your Webflow site. Copy and paste the snippet into an Embed element.

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Step 1: Set Up Your Directory

Everything gets configured in EmbedDirectory first — Webflow just displays the result. Make sure you've:

  1. Created your fields (what each listing shows)
  2. Populated your directory (manual entry, CSV, or Google Sheets)
  3. Configured the widget (layout, brand colors, filters)

Step 2: Grab Your Embed Code

Open Embed in your EmbedDirectory dashboard and copy the snippet.

Step 3: Add to Your Webflow Site

  1. Open the Webflow Designer on the page where you want your directory
  2. From the Add Elements panel (shortcut: A), drag an Embed element onto the page
  3. Paste your embed code into the code editor
  4. Click Save & Close
  5. Position and size the Embed element as needed (full-width works best)
  6. Publish your site

The directory won't render in the Webflow Designer preview. Publish your site or use the staging preview URL to see it live.

Tip

For a clean layout, place the Embed element inside a full-width container or section with no horizontal padding.

Step 4: Style to Match Your Webflow Site

EmbedDirectory has built-in color and typography controls in Widget Settings. If you need more control, use Custom CSS to match your Webflow design system exactly.

Step 5: Collect Submissions (Optional)

If you want people to submit listings through a form, connect JotForm, Typeform, or Tally. Responses go to your Submissions dashboard for approval before they show up in the directory.

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