# Editing the WordPress footer

> Change the copyright notice, links and other footer content on your WordPress site using the Customizer, a plugin or theme files.

Source: https://helpcenter.ruachost.com/wordpress/guides/editing-the-wordpress-footer/

The **footer** appears at the bottom of every page on your WordPress site. It usually contains important information such as copyright notices, contact details, or useful links. On **ruachost.com**, you can edit the footer in several ways depending on your theme and customization needs.

## Why Edit the Footer?

- Add branding or copyright information.
- Include navigation links or social media icons.
- Display disclaimers, privacy policies, or contact details.
- Improve site design and user experience.

## Methods to Edit the Footer

### 1. Using the Theme Customizer

1. **Log in to WordPress** with an administrator account.
2. In the dashboard, go to **Appearance → Customize**.
3. Look for an option called **Footer** or **Bottom of Page**.
4. Edit the footer text, links, or widgets.
5. Click **Publish** to save changes.

⚠️ Note: Not all themes support footer editing via the Customizer.

### 2. Using a Plugin

If your theme doesn’t support footer editing, you can use a plugin such as **Insert Headers and Footers**.

Steps:

1. Go to **Plugins → Add New**.
2. Search for **Insert Headers and Footers**.
3. Install and activate the plugin.
4. Go to **Settings → Insert Headers and Footers**.
5. Scroll down to the **Scripts in Footer** section.
6. Add your custom text, HTML, or scripts.
7. Save changes.

### 3. Editing Theme Files Directly

For full control, you can edit the footer code in your theme.

Steps:

1. Go to **Appearance → Theme Editor**.
2. In the right sidebar, select **Theme Footer (footer.php)**.
3. Add or modify the footer content using HTML/PHP.
4. Click **Update File** to save changes.

⚠️ This method is advanced—always back up your theme before editing. Use a **child theme** to preserve changes during updates.

## Important Notes

- Editing the footer incorrectly may break your site layout.
- Always test changes on a staging site before applying them live.
- Plugins provide safer customization for non‑developers.