At Nearby Now, we’re passionate about helping businesses shine in their local markets. Today, we’re thrilled to announce our new Drop-In Widget, a game-changing tool that makes it easier than ever to showcase your reviews, service areas, and customer engagement on any website. Whether you’re running a static HTML site, a Wix, Squarespace, or GoDaddy-hosted page, or managing a custom-built website, this widget is designed to elevate your online presence with minimal effort.
Why the Drop-In Widget Matters
Until now, integrating Nearby Now’s powerful review and check-in features required our official WordPress plugin or a custom-built solution using our API. While these options are great for tech-savvy users, they often posed challenges for businesses without development resources or those using non-WordPress platforms. The Drop-In Widget changes that by offering a simple, copy-and-paste solution that works seamlessly across all website types.
With just a few lines of HTML, you can now add an interactive map featuring:
- Customer Reviews: Display real-time reviews to build trust with potential customers.
- Job Checkins: Highlight the work you do with job descriptions, photos, and video.
- Marker Clusters: Organize reviews for a clean, user-friendly experience.
- Service Area Heat Map: Visualize your activity hotspots, showcasing your reach and recent engagements.
This widget isn’t just about visuals—it’s a powerful marketing tool that enhances local SEO, drives customer trust, and boosts conversions by showing visitors you’re active and trusted in their area.
Key Benefits for Your Business
1. Works on Any Website
Whether your site is built on Wix, Squarespace, GoDaddy, or a custom HTML page, the Drop-In Widget integrates effortlessly. No plugins or coding required—just paste the code, and you’re live.
2. Easy to Set Up
Our admin portal generates a personalized HTML snippet for your business. Copy it, paste it into your website, and watch your map come to life. No technical skills needed, and our support team is here if you need a hand.
3. Boosts Local SEO
By showcasing your reviews, checkins and service areas, the widget helps search engines understand your local relevance, improving your visibility in search results. It’s a simple way to strengthen your online presence.
4. Engages Customers
An interactive heatmap with real-time review pins grabs visitors’ attention, proving your business is active and trusted. This visual proof can turn browsers into buyers.
5. Saves Time and Resources
No need for developers or complex integrations. The Drop-In Widget is a turnkey solution that lets you focus on running your business, not building tech.
How to Get Started
Adding the Drop-In Widget to your website is as easy as 1-2-3:
- Log in to Your Admin Portal: Access your Nearby Now account to generate your widget code, pre-filled with your business details (e.g., city, state, API key).
- Copy the Code: Grab the HTML snippet, which looks like this:
<script src="/plugin.js" data-key="YOUR_API_KEY" data-city="Boerne" data-state="TX" data-zoomlevel="10"></script> <div id="heatmap-content"></div> - Paste and Publish: Add the snippet to your website’s HTML (or ask your website manager to do it). Your interactive map will appear, ready to impress.
Who Can Benefit?
- Small Businesses: If you’ve struggled to integrate reviews and a service area heatmap because of limited technical resources, this widget is for you. It works on any platform, no coding required.
- Marketing Agencies: Add the Drop-In Widget to your toolkit to deliver more value to clients. It’s a versatile, low-effort way to enhance their local SEO and online presence across any website.
- Enterprise Clients: Easily scale the widget across multiple sites, from custom-built pages to hosted platforms, to showcase your brand’s local impact.
Try It Today!
Ready to take your local presence to the next level? Log in to your Nearby Now admin portal to generate your Drop-In Widget code now. Whether you’re a tech-savvy agency or a small business owner, this tool is designed to make your online marketing effortless and effective.
Have questions or need help getting started? Our support team is here ready to chat with you via the admin portal.
Let’s make your business the go-to choice in your community!
Best, The NearbyNow Team