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Add Google Tag/AdSense Code to WordPress

Adding a Google Tag or AdSense code to your WordPress site is a straightforward process. Follow these steps to ensure the code is correctly integrated into your website.

Step 1: Sign in to your WordPress backend​

  1. Go to your WordPress login page.
  2. Enter your credentials and sign in to access the WordPress dashboard.

Step 2: Access the theme file editor​

  1. In the menu on the left, click Appearance.
  2. From the dropdown menu, select Theme File Editor.

Theme File Editor with Appearance menu

Step 3: Locate the header file​

  • In the right-hand panel of the Theme File Editor, look for the Theme Header (header.php) file.
  • Note: The file name can differ depending on your theme. For example, if you're using the "WordPress Twenty Twenty-One" theme, the header file is named header.php.
  • Open the header file and confirm that it contains a <head> tag.

Step 4: Add the Google Tag/AdSense code​

  1. Copy the Google Tag/AdSense code snippet from your Google account.
  2. Paste the code snippet within the <head> tag in the header file.
  3. Click Update File to save your changes.

Add code within the head tag in header.php

important

Theme Changes: If you change your WordPress theme, the header.php file might be overwritten. In such cases, you'll need to repeat the above process to re-add the code to the new theme's header file.

Backup: Before making changes to your theme files, it's a good idea to back up your website to prevent accidental data loss.

By following these steps, you can successfully integrate Google Tag or AdSense code into your WordPress site.