How to Embed an MP3 Player in WordPress

Adding MP3s to your WordPress blog is an easy way to share music.

If you would like to share your favorite new song with your WordPress readers, you can use a simple tool on the WordPress dashboard to embed the audio directly into your blog post. No special software or plug-ins are needed. The "Add Audio" option can be used to upload an MP3 from your computer or embed an MP3 file hosted elsewhere. Before you post an MP3 on your blog, make sure you have permission to share the file.

Instructions

1. Begin a new post within your WordPress dashboard. Above the main text box, you will see four small icons to the right of the words "Upload/Import." Click the icon that resembles a musical note to open the "Add Audio" dialog.

2. Click "Select Files" to upload an MP3 to your WordPress blog. If you choose this option, the size of the MP3 file must be smaller than 2 megabytes. Alternatively, if you are embedding an MP3 file hosted on another site or on your own website, click the "URL" tab at the top of the dialog. Type or paste the URL into the "Audio File URL" field. Click "Insert into Post."

3. Compose the remainder of your blog post. Click the "Preview" button to see how your MP3 player will look within the post. Once you are satisfied with your post, click the blue "Publish" button in the right sidebar.