{"id":10255,"date":"2011-08-11T22:12:31","date_gmt":"2011-08-11T14:12:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/?p=10255"},"modified":"2023-08-25T17:49:52","modified_gmt":"2023-08-25T09:49:52","slug":"top-social-media-toolbars","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/top-social-media-toolbars\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Social Media Toolbars to Enhance Your Website"},"content":{"rendered":"

This article was originally published on August 11, 2011.<\/p>\n

Adding a social media toolbar to your website can greatly improve the user experience<\/a> and boost your online visibility. It allows your visitors to easily share content and connect with each other. Social media toolbars have become essential tools for maximizing your online presence.<\/p>\n

These toolbars are simple to set up and customize, making it easier to attract more visitors and increase engagement<\/strong> on your site. If you\u2019re already active on social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter, your visitors will be more inclined to share your content.<\/p>\n

In this article, I\u2019ll explore three of the best social media toolbars<\/strong> available. Each offers standard sharing options and customization features, so you can choose the one that fits your needs.<\/p>\n

Take some time to try them out and find your favorite!<\/p>\n

Social Networking Features Explained<\/h2>\n

Before diving into specific toolbars, let\u2019s discuss how these features can benefit you. Quality content is the cornerstone of any website, and these toolbars can help you build a dedicated audience<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Modern toolbars offer unique ways to connect, such as in-browser group chats and instant messaging. They also come with features for easy link sharing across major social networks, enabling effective viral marketing.<\/p>\n

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Your users will appreciate the convenience these toolbars offer, as they eliminate the need for account sign-ups or filling out forms. You can easily integrate these features without any coding skills<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re already using sharing badges<\/a> on your blog, that\u2019s fine. Adding a toolbar will only increase<\/strong> the overall shares of your content. The easier you make it for users to share, the more likely they are to do so.<\/p>\n

Easy Installation Guide<\/h3>\n

I\u2019ll provide a step-by-step guide for installing each toolbar. These toolbars are compatible with popular Content Management Systems (CMS) like WordPress and Blogger.<\/p>\n

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Even if your website doesn\u2019t use a CMS, you can still easily install these toolbars. All you need is a basic understanding of HTML and scripting.<\/p>\n

These toolbars offer excellent integration features. Besides standard options like Twitter and Facebook, many also support RSS feeds and YouTube videos.<\/p>\n

This means your visitors can stay updated with your latest posts and even watch YouTube videos directly on your website!<\/p>\n

1. The Meebo Toolbar<\/h2>\n

Note:<\/strong> Meebo is no longer available.<\/p>\n

Meebo was a popular web 2.0 service that allowed you to connect with various instant messaging platforms like AIM, Yahoo!, MSN, ICQ, Jabber, and Facebook Chat. Its toolbar was feature-rich, supporting these chat services and more.<\/p>\n

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Over the years, Meebo evolved to offer a wide range of social features. Its chat capabilities were so advanced that they set a high standard in the industry. You could even share links and videos directly within the chat.<\/p>\n

How to Install and Customize the Meebo Toolbar<\/h3>\n

To get your own Meebo toolbar, go to Meebo\u2019s website and click on For Sites<\/strong> at the top of the homepage. This will take you to a page that explains the toolbar\u2019s features and shows a brief demo.<\/p>\n

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Clicking on the Get it Now<\/strong> button will take you to a signup or login page. If you already have a Meebo account, just log in. If you\u2019re new, signing up is quick and easy.<\/p>\n

During the second step, you\u2019ll need to enter your website name and URL. This information is saved in your custom dashboard to help you manage your toolbars.<\/p>\n

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After that, you\u2019ll choose a Content Management System (CMS) to install the toolbar. WordPress users can easily install it using a custom plugin. If you\u2019re using other platforms like TypePad, Blogger, or Movable Type, you\u2019ll need to manually insert HTML code into your template.<\/p>\n

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Don\u2019t worry if you\u2019re not tech-savvy; Meebo provides step-by-step instructions to help you set up the toolbar on various CMS platforms or even on a custom HTML webpage.<\/p>\n

Once installed, you can start customizing your toolbar. You\u2019ll start with a blank slate, but as you add social media options, your settings will automatically update.<\/p>\n

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Here are some of the unique features you can add:<\/p>\n