How to Embed a Widget on Skool
Skool is a popular community and course platform known for its simplicity. However, Skool has very limited embed support — it primarily supports video embeds (YouTube, Vimeo, Loom) and does not allow custom HTML or arbitrary iframe embeds. This guide covers the best workarounds for sharing interactive Embeddy widgets with your Skool community.
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Prerequisites
Before you start, you need:
- Your Embeddy widget link. Log in to your dashboard at https://embeddy.ai/dashboard, open your widget, and copy the direct widget link:
https://embeddy.ai/webhost/WIDGET_ID?widget_props_id=PROPS_ID
- Skool group admin access. You need to be a group admin to create posts and manage classroom modules.
Embed Limitations
Important: Very limited embed support
Skool is intentionally minimalist and does not support custom HTML, arbitrary iframe embeds, or script injection. The platform only supports video embeds from select providers (YouTube, Vimeo, Loom, Wistia). There is no custom code or HTML block available in Skool's post editor or classroom module editor.
What IS supported in Skool
- ✓YouTube video embeds (paste URL, auto-embeds)
- ✓Vimeo video embeds (paste URL, auto-embeds)
- ✓Loom and Wistia video embeds
- ✓Link previews (plain URL links)
- ✓Image and file attachments
What is NOT supported in Skool
- ✗Custom iframe embeds
- ✗Custom HTML or code blocks
- ✗JavaScript or script injection
- ✗Third-party widget embeds from non-video providers
Link Sharing (Recommended)
The most effective way to share an Embeddy widget with your Skool community is through direct link sharing. Members click the link to open the interactive widget in a new tab.
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Copy your widget's direct link
From the Embeddy dashboard, copy the direct widget URL.
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Create a post in your Skool group
Go to your Skool group's community feed and create a new post. Write a compelling description of the interactive tool and include the widget link.
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Pin the post (optional)
If the widget is important for all members (e.g., a course assessment), pin the post to the top of the community feed so it is always visible.
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Members click to interact
Members click the link to open the Embeddy widget in a new browser tab where they can interact fully.
<!-- Paste this direct link in your Skool post --> https://embeddy.ai/webhost/WIDGET_ID?widget_props_id=PROPS_ID
Tip: Use clear call-to-action text in your post, such as "Take the interactive quiz here" or "Try the calculator tool". This sets expectations and encourages members to click through.
Classroom Modules
Skool's Classroom feature lets you organize course content into modules and lessons. While lessons primarily support video embeds (YouTube, Vimeo, Loom), you can add links to interactive tools in the lesson description.
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Open the Classroom editor
Navigate to your group's Classroom tab and select the module you want to edit.
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Edit the lesson description
In the lesson editor, add a description below the video. Include a link to your Embeddy widget with a clear call-to-action, such as: "After watching the video, complete the interactive quiz: [link]".
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Save the lesson
Save the lesson. Students see the link in the lesson description and click through to the widget.
Education tip
Pair each video lesson with a linked interactive quiz or assessment. Even though the quiz opens in a new tab, this still creates a structured learning flow: watch the video, then complete the practice activity.
Workarounds
Since Skool does not support custom embeds, here are additional approaches to integrate interactive tools with your Skool community:
Create an external resource page
Build a dedicated page on your own website with all your Embeddy widgets embedded via iframe. Link to this resource page from your Skool community. This gives members a single destination for all interactive tools.
Use Skool's "About" section
Add widget links to your Skool group's About section. This places the links prominently on your group page where all members can find them easily.
Create a pinned "Resources" post
Create a post listing all your interactive tools with their direct links, then pin it to the top of your community feed. Update this post as you add new widgets.
Troubleshooting
My iframe code does not render in Skool
This is expected. Skool does not support custom iframe embeds. Use the direct link sharing method described above. Only video URLs from approved providers (YouTube, Vimeo, Loom, Wistia) auto-embed in Skool.
The widget link does not show a preview
Skool shows plain links — it does not generate rich link previews for most URLs. The link will still be clickable. Add descriptive text around the link so members know what to expect.
Members report the widget is not loading
Ensure the Embeddy widget is published and accessible. Check the Widget ID and Props ID in the URL. Try opening the link yourself to confirm it works. If members are on mobile, the widget opens in their mobile browser.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will Skool ever support custom iframe embeds?
Skool's design philosophy emphasizes simplicity, so custom embeds may not be a priority. However, Skool does periodically add new video embed providers. Check the Skool changelog for updates. In the meantime, link sharing is the recommended approach.
Is link sharing effective for community engagement?
Yes. Skool members are accustomed to clicking links in posts and lesson descriptions. A clear call-to-action like "Take the quiz" or "Try the calculator" encourages clicks. Pinning important resource posts further increases visibility.
Can I embed interactive quizzes in Skool classroom lessons?
Not directly as an inline embed. Skool classroom lessons only support video embeds from approved providers. However, you can add a link to your Embeddy quiz in the lesson description, which students click to open in a new tab.
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