How can you detect if a website is built with Wix?
Detecting if a website is built with Wix involves checking for specific markers characteristic of Wix sites.
Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to do it:
- Open the Page Source: Right-click on the webpage and select “View Page Source” or press
Ctrl+U
(Windows) orCmd+Option+U
(Mac) to open the page’s source code. - Look for Wix-Specific Tags: Search for tags and comments that indicate the use of Wix. Use
Ctrl+F
(Windows) orCmd+F
(Mac) to open the search function and look for the following keywords:wix
: Commonly found in URLs or scripts, such as<script src="https://static.wixstatic.com"></script>
wix.com
: Look for references to Wix’s content delivery network or assets hosted on Wix. For example,<link rel="stylesheet" href="//static.wixstatic.com/ui/">
- Check for Wix-Specific Meta Tags: Wix may include unique meta tags. Look for:
<meta name="wix-site-id" content="some-id">
- Look for Wix Editor Markers: Wix sites often have comments or scripts that are remnants of the Wix editor, such as
<!-- wix:site = "some-site-id" -->
- Search for Wix URL Structure: Examine the URL structure of elements like images or scripts. For instance, you may find URLs that begin with
https://static.wixstatic.com/
orhttps://editor.wix.com/
. - Wix-Specific JavaScript Functions: Look for JavaScript functions related to Wix, which may be included in the source code, such as
wixWindow
orwixLocation
. - Check for Site Authentication: If the website is using the Wix platform, you may see a login link pointing to
wix.com
.
What is the Wix detector tool?
Our Wix Detector Tool is an innovative online utility designed to quickly determine if a website is built using the Wix platform.
It analyzes the website’s underlying code and structure to identify unique Wix signatures, helping users uncover the technology behind any website.
How does the Wix detector tool work?
Input the URL of the website you’re curious about, and our tool scans for specific markers that Wix websites typically contain, such as particular JavaScript code, unique Wix-related domains in network requests, or characteristic HTML patterns.
The tool then reports whether the site is Wix-powered and may provide additional relevant information.
Is this Wix detector free to use?
Yes, our Wix Detector Tool is entirely free to use.
Is this a Wix theme detector as well?
Our Wix detector can detect any website built with Wix and the apps it uses.
Detecting the exact template (also known as Wix theme) used on a Wix website is challenging because Wix doesn’t make this information easily accessible.
Unlike other website builders, Wix doesn’t include the template name in the website’s code, making it challenging to identify the specific design used.
Can the tool detect custom Wix sites or those using Wix Code?
Our tool can detect various Wix sites, including those customized or utilizing Wix Code (now known as Velo by Wix) for advanced functionalities.
However, highly customized sites may sometimes be more challenging to detect due to significant changes in their standard structure.
How accurate is the Wix detector tool?
We continually update our tool to maintain high accuracy levels by keeping up with Wix’s updates and platform changes.
While we strive for precision, the vast possibilities for customization on Wix sites mean there could be occasional exceptions.
What should I do if the tool fails to detect a site I believe is built with Wix?
If our tool does not confirm that a site is built with Wix and you suspect otherwise, the website might be heavily customized or use a new feature that our tool has yet to account for.