Press
What This Section Does
Display your media coverage and press mentions by showing publication logos alongside their quotes or reviews about your brand. This creates powerful social proof by demonstrating that credible media outlets have featured or reviewed your products.
Perfect for:
- Building credibility with media mentions and press coverage
- Showcasing positive reviews from publications and influencers
- Highlighting awards or recognition from industry publications
- Creating trust through third-party validation
How to Add It
Step 1: Add the Section
- In your Shopify admin, go to Online Store → Themes
- Click Customize next to your live theme
- Click Add section in your main content area
- Choose Press from the list
Step 2: Add Your Press Items
- Click Add press item to create your first media mention
- Upload the publication's logo (magazine, blog, website logo)
- Add the quote or excerpt from their coverage
- Include the author's name and title if relevant
- Repeat for additional press mentions (3-6 usually work best)
Key Settings to Configure
Press Content Selection
Which coverage to feature: Choose your most impressive and relevant media mentions
- Recognizable publications: Include logos from well-known magazines, blogs, or news outlets your customers will recognize
- Positive coverage: Feature quotes that highlight benefits, quality, or positive experiences
- Recent mentions: Prioritize recent coverage to show current relevance and momentum
- Pro tip: Even mentions from smaller, niche publications can be valuable if they're respected in your industry
Visual Presentation
Logo and quote display: Make your press coverage look professional and credible
- Logo quality: Use high-resolution logos that remain clear when scaled down
- Quote selection: Choose compelling excerpts that highlight your key benefits or achievements
- Author attribution: Include journalist names and publication titles when available
- Best practice: Keep quotes concise but meaningful - aim for 1-2 sentences maximum
Layout Configuration
Slider settings: Optimize for both desktop and mobile viewing
- Logo spacing: Ensure logos have enough space to be clearly recognizable
- Slides per view: Show 3-5 logos on desktop, 2-3 on mobile for optimal visibility
- Logo sizing: Choose medium size for most use cases - large enough to recognize but not overwhelming
Pro Tips for Success
Best Practices
- Only use logos and quotes from legitimate press coverage you actually received
- Keep quotes short and impactful - focus on key benefits or achievements
- Use high-quality, clean logo files that look professional when scaled
- Update press mentions regularly to keep content current and relevant
- Arrange press items with the most prestigious or relevant publications first
Common Mistakes
- Using press logos without actual coverage or permission
- Including quotes that are too long or not particularly compelling
- Using poor quality or pixelated logo images
- Featuring very old press coverage that makes you seem inactive
- Mixing different types of coverage (press, customer reviews, awards) in one section