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Widgets

What are widgets?

A web widget is a small application that you can embed in a social network, blog, or website. You can develop your own widget or copy the code from an existing widget. Some widgets allow you to embed a photo or video viewer, conduct polls, or fundraise. Others allow you to incorporate news or headlines from other websites.

There are many free or inexpensive services that provide tools to create your own widget. Some examples include Clearspring Exit Disclaimer and Gigya Exit Disclaimer. Widgetbox Exit Disclaimer, and Sprout Exit Disclaimer can help you develop and distribute your widget.

Widgets in response to HIV

  • Share content from your blog or website about HIV prevention, testing, treatment, or research.
  • Share photos or videos from HIV-related events and activities, like an AIDS walk or benefit.
  • Conduct polls or surveys about your HIV services.
  • Support and track HIV-related fundraising efforts.

Examples from the field

Where can I learn more?

One Pagers

Widgets (PDF - 946 KB)

Widgets - One Page PDF

A one page reference regarding widgets, what they are, and how they are being used in the fight against HIV/AIDS.

Last revised: 06/05/2012