--- title: "Using HTML in the Website Builder" updated: 2026-05-14 --- # Using HTML in the Website Builder > **Notice** > > This article covers the Website Builder, which is continuously evolving based on customer feedback. Some details shown here may differ from what you see in-app. The Website Builder supports custom HTML blocks, giving you the flexibility to embed interactive content, third-party widgets, and custom-styled components directly on your site. This article includes a video tutorial that walks you through how to create custom website components using AI in the Website Builder, plus covers how HTML blocks work, what's supported, and what to keep in mind when working with custom code. --- ## Watch and learn: How to create custom website components with AI [Embedded video](//www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/RrNHcWM9iuw?si=z48it2hQ7tFphGGD) > **Disclaimer** > > The beehiiv platform has evolved since this video was recorded, so parts of the interface will look slightly different from what you see in your account. --- ## Things you can do with HTML blocks HTML blocks in the Website Builder let you go beyond the built-in elements to add truly custom experiences to your site. Some popular use cases include: - Embedding third-party widgets like social proof tools, social posts, or [video players](https://beehiivhelp.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/35169200789911). - Adding a stock ticker or live data feed. - Creating custom-styled sections with Tailwind CSS classes. - Embedding iFrames from external sources. Be sure to check out [Very Good Components](https://www.goodcomponents.io/?ref=kb) for inspiration on what’s possible with HTML in the beehiiv Website Builder.  > **Tech Note** > > [Embedded subscribe forms](https://www.beehiiv.com/support/article/12977090590487-creating-an-embedded-subscribe-form) are for external sites only and cannot be used in HTML blocks in the Website Builder. To add a subscribe form to your site, use the [native subscribe form block](https://beehiivhelp.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/33831754065047) instead. No code required. --- ## What's supported in an HTML block | Feature | Supported | Notes | | ---------------------------------------------------------- | --------- | ----------------------------------- | | iFrames | ✓ | Fully supported | |