Wikidot FAQ

Common FAQ for Wikidot

• Below are the most important links to wikidot.com:

  • Homepage: Wikidot Homepage
    The main landing page for Wikidot, where you can sign up or log in to create and manage your own wiki sites.
  • Help Center: Wikidot Help Center
    A support page providing guides, FAQs, and troubleshooting tips for using Wikidot.
  • Pricing: Wikidot Pricing
    Information on subscription plans and pricing for Wikidot services, including options for different levels of access and features.
  • Blog: Wikidot Blog
    The official blog where Wikidot shares updates, news, and information about new features and developments.
  • Documentation: Wikidot Documentation
    Detailed documentation for users and administrators on how to use and customize Wikidot sites.

• What is wikidot?

  Wikidot is a wiki-based platform for creating and sharing web content.

• How do I create a new page on wikidot?

  To create a new page, click on the "Create a new page" button in the top menu, give the page a name, and then start editing.

• Why can't I edit a page on wikidot?

  If you are unable to edit a page on wikidot, make sure you are logged in and have the necessary permissions to edit the page.

• How do I format text on wikidot?

  To format text, use the wiki markup syntax. You can find the complete syntax guide on wikidot's documentation page.

• Why is my wikidot page not displaying properly?

  This could be due to incorrect formatting or coding. Double check your syntax and make sure there are no missing or misplaced characters.

• How can I change the theme of my wikidot site?

  To change the theme of your site, go to "Site Manager" and click on the "Look & Feel" tab. From there, you can select a new theme or customize the existing one.

• Can I add images and videos to my wikidot pages?

  Yes, you can add images and videos by using the "Insert Image" and "Insert Video" buttons on the editor toolbar.

• How do I add members to my wikidot site?

  As an admin, go to "Site Manager" and click on "Members". Then, click on "Invite Members" and enter the email addresses of the members you want to add.

• Why am I getting an error message when trying to upload a file on wikidot?

  This could be due to the file size limit being exceeded. Try resizing the file or using a file hosting service instead.

• Can I revert back to an older version of my wikidot page?

  Yes, you can revert back to a previous version by going to the "History" tab of the page and selecting the version you want to restore.

• How do I delete a page on wikidot?

  To delete a page, click on the "More" button in the top right corner of the page and select "Delete".

• What do I do if I forgot my wikidot password?

  You can reset your password by clicking on the "Forgot Password" link on the login page and following the instructions.

• How do I change my username on wikidot?

  Unfortunately, usernames cannot be changed on wikidot. You would need to create a new account with the desired username.

• Why am I getting a 404 error when trying to access a page on wikidot?

  This means that the page does not exist. Check the URL and make sure you are spelling it correctly.

• How do I add a table to my wikidot page?

  To add a table, use the wiki markup syntax. There are also table generators available online that can help with creating tables.

• Can I create sub-pages on wikidot?

  Yes, you can create sub-pages by adding a forward slash and the sub-page name to the end of the parent page's URL.

• Why is my wikidot site loading slowly?

  This could be due to a large number of images or videos on your site. Try optimizing your media or using a caching plugin.

• How can I make my wikidot site private?

  To make your site private, go to "Site Manager" and click on "Access Policy". From there, you can adjust the settings to make your site private.

• How do I embed a Google Form on my wikidot page?

  To embed a Google Form, use the embed code provided by Google and insert it into your page using the "HTML" button on the editor toolbar.

• Why am I getting a "Permission Denied" error when trying to edit a page on wikidot?

  This means that you do not have the necessary permissions to edit the page. Contact the site owner or an admin for access.

• Can I change the URL of a page on wikidot?

  No, the URL of a page cannot be changed on wikidot. You would need to create a new page with the desired URL.

• How can I add a comment section to my wikidot page?

  To add a comment section, use the "#comments" button on the editor toolbar. Make sure the "Discussion" module is also enabled in the "Modules" tab of your site's settings.

• Why is my wikidot site showing up as "Not Secure"?

  This means that your site does not have an SSL certificate. You can purchase one through a third-party certificate authority or use a free SSL service like Let's Encrypt.

• How do I change the language of my wikidot site?

  To change the language, go to "Site Manager" and click on "Languages". From there, you can add or remove languages and set the default language for your site.

• Why am I getting a "Connection Timed Out" error when trying to access my wikidot site?

  This could be due to a temporary internet connection issue. Try refreshing the page or accessing the site from a different device.

• How do I report inappropriate content on wikidot?

  If you come across inappropriate content on wikidot, you can report it by clicking on the "Report" button located below the content.