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# WordPress Installation
> Add Pockla personalization to your WordPress site
Adding the Pockla snippet to your WordPress site's `` section can be done in several ways. Choose the method that works best for you.
## The Snippet
```html theme={null}
```
## Method 1: Using a Plugin (Recommended)
The easiest way is to use a header/footer plugin.
Install and activate one of these plugins:
* **Insert Headers and Footers** (by WPBeginner)
* **WPCode** (formerly Insert Headers and Footers)
* **Header Footer Code Manager**
Go to the plugin's settings (usually under **Settings** or **Tools**)
Paste the Pockla snippet in the **Header** section:
```html theme={null}
```
Click **Save** to apply changes
Using a plugin ensures the snippet persists through theme updates.
## Method 2: Theme Editor
Add the snippet directly to your theme's header file.
Go to **Appearance** → **Theme File Editor**
(On older WordPress versions: **Appearance** → **Editor**)
In the right sidebar, click on **header.php** (or **Theme Header**)
Find the `` tag and paste the Pockla snippet at the very top, right after the opening tag:
```php theme={null}
```
Click **Update File** to save
Theme editor changes will be lost if you update your theme. Use a child theme or a plugin for permanent changes.
## Method 3: functions.php
Add the snippet programmatically via your theme's functions file.
Go to **Appearance** → **Theme File Editor** and select **functions.php**
Add this code at the end of the file:
```php theme={null}
function add_pockla_script() {
echo '';
}
add_action('wp_head', 'add_pockla_script', 1);
```
The `1` priority ensures it loads early in the ``.
Click **Update File** to save
For permanent changes, add this code to a child theme's functions.php instead.
## Frequently Asked Questions
* **Plugin method** – Best for most users. Survives theme updates.
* **Theme editor** – Quick but temporary. Lost on theme updates.
* **functions.php** – Good for developers. Use a child theme.
No. The snippet is tiny and only loads an external script when a visitor arrives via a Pockla link. Regular visitors see zero additional overhead.
Yes. The Pockla snippet works with all major caching plugins (WP Rocket, W3 Total Cache, etc.). You may need to clear your cache after installation.
We don't recommend GTM for Pockla. GTM loads scripts with a delay, causing flicker. Install directly in the header for the best experience.
Yes. Remove it from wherever you added it (plugin settings, header.php, or functions.php).
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