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with a News Ticker

Display scrolling headlines, announcements, and updates in a smooth horizontal marquee. Pauses on hover, loops seamlessly, works on any website.

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Build a news ticker for my site. Dark background, scrolling headlines about our latest product updates and company news.
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Done! I've created a smooth-scrolling news ticker with a dark background and white text. It features five headline items that loop continuously, pauses on hover so visitors can read, and runs at a comfortable speed.

What Is a News Ticker?

A news ticker is a horizontal bar that displays text items scrolling continuously across the screen, inspired by the classic stock market ticker tape and television news crawlers. Websites use them to surface breaking news, company announcements, promotional messages, event schedules, and live data updates without consuming dedicated page sections for each item. The smooth, looping animation draws the eye naturally and lets visitors absorb multiple messages in the space of a single line. Hovering over the ticker pauses the scroll so readers can focus on the current item. It is an efficient, attention-grabbing way to keep your audience informed about what matters most — right now.

See It in Action

Hover over the ticker to pause the scroll

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• MightyWidgets launches 50+ new embeddable widgets for any website • New AI-powered widget builder now available — describe what you want in plain English • Free tier expanded: create unlimited widgets, pay only for published loads • Shopify, WordPress, and Webflow integrations now even easier with one-line embed codes • Coming soon: real-time data feeds for stock tickers, sports scores, and social mentions • MightyWidgets launches 50+ new embeddable widgets for any website • New AI-powered widget builder now available — describe what you want in plain English • Free tier expanded: create unlimited widgets, pay only for published loads • Shopify, WordPress, and Webflow integrations now even easier with one-line embed codes • Coming soon: real-time data feeds for stock tickers, sports scores, and social mentions

This is a working news ticker. Build yours with MightyWidgets in under a minute.

Why Add a News Ticker to Your Website?

Display multiple messages in a single line of scrolling text

Deliver Updates at a Glance

A news ticker scrolls multiple headlines across a single horizontal strip, letting you communicate several messages without taking up additional page space. Visitors absorb information passively as it scrolls by — no clicks or navigation required.

Keep Visitors Engaged Longer

Motion naturally draws the eye. A smoothly scrolling marquee creates subtle visual activity on the page that holds attention and encourages visitors to read each item as it passes. This extra engagement translates to longer time on site and more pageviews.

Always-Fresh Content Display

Update your ticker text whenever you have new announcements, headlines, or promotions. Because the widget loads dynamically from MightyWidgets, changes appear instantly on your site — no redeployment, no cache clearing, no developer involvement.

Everything You Need in a News Ticker

A smooth, customizable scrolling marquee with zero code

Smooth, Seamless Looping

The ticker scrolls continuously using a CSS-based animation that runs at a buttery-smooth frame rate. Items loop seamlessly — there is never a gap or jump — so visitors always see content flowing naturally. The animation uses GPU acceleration for zero jank, even on lower-powered devices.

News ticker with smooth seamless looping animation showing headlines scrolling continuously from right to left

Pause on Hover

When visitors move their cursor over the ticker, the animation pauses so they can read the current headline without it sliding away. This default behavior respects the reader's attention and makes the ticker genuinely useful rather than purely decorative. The pause can be disabled if you prefer non-stop scrolling.

News ticker pausing when a cursor hovers over it, allowing the visitor to read the current headline

Clickable Items with Individual Links

Each headline or announcement in the ticker can link to a different URL. Visitors can click on any item to go to the full story, product page, or external resource. This turns the ticker from a passive display into an active navigation tool that drives traffic to your most important content.

News ticker with individual clickable headlines linking to different destination pages

Embed Anywhere with One Line of Code

Once you publish your news ticker, you get a single embed snippet to paste into any website. It works on WordPress, Shopify, Squarespace, Wix, Webflow, and any platform that supports custom HTML. The ticker loads asynchronously, so it never slows down your page.

One-line embed code being copied from MightyWidgets dashboard for adding the news ticker to any website

Add a News Ticker in 3 Easy Steps

From idea to live ticker on your website in under a minute

1

Describe It

Tell our AI the headlines or messages you want to display, the scroll speed, and the styling — or start from a template.

2

Refine It

Ask the AI for changes in plain English — adjust the text, speed, colors, or add links until it's exactly right.

3

Embed It

Copy one line of code and paste it into your site. Your news ticker is instantly live and scrolling.

News Ticker Use Cases

See how different industries use scrolling marquees to keep visitors informed

News & Media Sites

Display breaking headlines and trending stories in a ticker at the top of the page. Readers see what's happening right now without needing to scroll through the homepage looking for the latest article.

E-Commerce Promotions

Scroll multiple sale announcements, free shipping reminders, and limited-time offers across a single bar. It is more dynamic than a static notification bar and lets you promote several deals simultaneously.

Sports & Live Events

Show live scores, game updates, or event schedules in real time. A scrolling ticker mimics the broadcast experience and keeps fans engaged with the latest results as they happen.

Corporate Announcements

Surface company news, quarterly highlights, job openings, or investor updates across your corporate website. A ticker ensures important messages reach every visitor without cluttering the page design.

The Easiest Way to Add a News Ticker to Any Website

Whether you need a scrolling news ticker for WordPress, a headline marquee for Shopify, or a text crawler for your custom-built site, MightyWidgets makes it effortless. Describe what you want in plain English and the AI builds a fully responsive news ticker widget that works on every platform and every device. No plugins to install, no JavaScript to write, no developer to hire. Just type your headlines, set the scroll speed, and publish. Your scrolling news ticker will be live on your website in under a minute — complete with seamless looping, pause on hover, clickable items, and a design that matches your brand.

Works With Every Website Builder

Embed your news ticker on any platform that supports custom HTML

One ticker, every platform

MightyWidgets generates a single embed code that works everywhere. Whether your site runs on WordPress, Shopify, Squarespace, or plain HTML, your news ticker will look and work exactly the same. No platform-specific plugins needed.

  • WordPress
  • Shopify
  • Squarespace
  • Wix
  • Webflow
  • Weebly
  • Ghost
  • Custom HTML Sites

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about news tickers

What is a news ticker?

A news ticker (also called a scrolling marquee, ticker tape, or news crawler) is a horizontal bar that displays text items scrolling continuously from right to left (or left to right). It is commonly used to show breaking news, stock quotes, sports scores, announcements, and promotional messages. The text loops seamlessly so there is always content in view.

Can I control the scroll speed?

Yes. You can set the scroll speed from very slow (ideal for long messages visitors need time to read) to fast (better for short, punchy headlines). Just tell the AI the speed you want — "slow enough to read comfortably" or "fast scrolling for quick alerts" — and it adjusts the animation timing.

Does the ticker pause when visitors hover over it?

Yes, by default. When a visitor hovers their cursor over the ticker, the scrolling pauses so they can read the current item without it moving away. The animation resumes smoothly when they move the cursor off the ticker. This behavior can be turned off if you prefer continuous scrolling.

How many items can I add to the ticker?

There is no practical limit. You can add as few as two or three headlines, or dozens of items. The ticker loops them seamlessly so the scroll never stops. More items mean a longer cycle before the content repeats, which works well for dynamic, frequently updated content.

Can I add links to individual ticker items?

Yes. Each item in the ticker can link to a different URL. Visitors can click on a headline to go to the full article, product page, or any destination you configure. This makes the ticker both an informational display and a navigation tool.

How do I add a news ticker to my website?

Sign up for a free MightyWidgets account and describe the news ticker you want — the headlines, scroll speed, styling, and position. The AI builds it for you. Ask for any adjustments until it looks right, then publish. You get a single line of embed code to paste into your site.

Does the ticker work on mobile devices?

Yes. The ticker is fully responsive. On smaller screens, it adjusts font size and continues scrolling smoothly. Touch users can tap to pause (if configured) and tap individual items to follow links, just as desktop users hover and click.

Is MightyWidgets free to use?

You can create and customize widgets for free with our Free plan. Credits are used when your published widget loads on a visitor's browser and when you use AI features. Upgrade to a paid plan for more credits, widgets, and features. Top-up credit packs are also available and never expire.

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