How to Create Anchor Links on Wix?

Anchor links - also called Wix scroll to section links - let visitors jump directly to a specific part of your page with a single click. Instead of scrolling through long content, users land exactly where they need to be. If you want to know how to create anchor links on Wix, this guide walks you through every step in the current Wix Editor.

On the Wix platform, creating anchor links is straightforward and requires no coding. Whether you are building a long sales page, a one-page portfolio, or a multi-section homepage, a Wix anchor link is one of the most effective navigation tools available. You can also add other types of links in Wix to connect pages, external sites, and more.

What Are Anchor Links?

An anchor link is a clickable link that scrolls the page to a named position - called an anchor - rather than opening a new page. You place an anchor on an element (a section, text block, or button), then link to that anchor from anywhere else on your site.

There are two main ways to use anchors on Wix:

• Same-page anchors: Link from a button or text at the top of a page down to a section further below - ideal for long pages and one-page sites.
• Anchor menu: A floating menu that lists all anchors on the page, so visitors can jump between sections at any time as they scroll.

Why Use Anchor Links on Wix?

A Wix anchor link improves user experience by reducing unnecessary scrolling. Visitors find what they need faster, which lowers bounce rates and increases time on page - both positive signals for SEO. Anchor links are especially useful on long-form pages, FAQ sections, pricing tables, and multi-step guides.

Where Can Anchor Links Be Used?

You can attach an anchor to almost any element in the Wix Editor: sections, text boxes, buttons, images, and more. Common placements include table-of-contents navigation at the top of blog posts, "scroll to pricing" buttons on landing pages, and calls-to-action that jump to a contact form.

How to Create Anchor Links on Wix - Step by Step

Follow these steps to create anchor links in Wix using the standard Wix Editor:

Step 1: Log Into Your Wix Account

Go to Wix and sign in with your email or social media account. From the dashboard, navigate to My Sites and click Edit Site on the site you want to update.

Step 2: Add an Anchor to a Section

Before you can link to a section, you need to place an anchor on it. In the Wix Editor:

1. Click the section or element you want visitors to scroll to.
2. Click the Add Elements (+) button in the left panel, then go to More > Anchor.
3. Drag the anchor element onto the target section - it will appear as a small anchor icon (it is invisible to site visitors).
4. Double-click the anchor icon and give it a clear, descriptive name (e.g., "pricing" or "contact-form").

Alternatively, you can click directly on a section strip, select Anchor from the section menu, and Wix will create and name the anchor automatically based on the section title. If you want to learn more about linking elements together, see the full guide on how to add a link in Wix.

Step 3: Select the Text or Button You Want to Link

Now navigate to the element that will trigger the scroll - a button, text phrase, or image. Click to select it in the editor.

Step 4: Click the Link Icon

With the element selected, click the link icon (chain link symbol) in the top toolbar or in the element's floating action bar. This opens the link settings panel.

Step 5: Choose Anchor as the Link Type

In the link settings panel, select Anchor from the list of link types. A dropdown will appear showing all anchors you have placed on the current page. Select the anchor you want to scroll to.

Step 6: Test Your Anchor Link

Click Save, then switch to Preview mode. Click your link and confirm the page scrolls smoothly to the correct section. If it does not scroll as expected, check that the anchor is placed on the right element and that you selected the correct anchor name in the link settings.

How to Link to an Anchor on a Different Page in Wix

You can also create a Wix anchor link that points to a section on a different page - for example, a "See Pricing" button on your homepage that scrolls to the pricing section on your Services page.

To do this:

1. First, place and name an anchor on the target section of the destination page (follow Steps 1–2 above).
2. On the source page, select the element you want to link.
3. Open the link settings panel and choose Page as the link type.
4. Select the destination page, then enable the Scroll to anchor toggle and choose the anchor name from the dropdown.

This is one of the more powerful uses of anchors in Wix and works well for multi-page sites where you want to guide visitors to specific content across pages.

Best Practices for Anchor Links on Wix

Use Descriptive Anchor Names

Give each anchor a name that clearly describes the section it marks - "contact," "pricing," "faq" - rather than generic labels like "anchor1." Descriptive names make it easier to manage links as your site grows and can improve accessibility for screen reader users.

Do Not Overuse Anchor Links

Anchor links are most useful when a page is long enough that scrolling becomes difficult. On shorter pages, too many anchor links add visual clutter without a clear benefit. Use them where they genuinely help visitors find content faster.

Test on Mobile

Wix renders anchor link scroll behavior differently on mobile in some templates. Always test your anchor links using the Mobile Preview in the Wix Editor to confirm sections are reachable and the scroll position lands correctly. If you use Wix on mobile regularly, the guide on how to use Wix covers the full mobile editing workflow.

Keep Anchor Names Updated

If you rename or delete a section that has an anchor, update or remove any links pointing to that anchor. A broken anchor link does not throw a 404 error - it simply fails to scroll - which can confuse visitors and damage trust in your site.

Conclusion

Knowing how to create anchor links on Wix gives you precise control over how visitors navigate your pages. Whether you are adding a table of contents to a long post, building a one-page site, or connecting sections across multiple pages, Wix anchor links require no code and take just a few clicks to set up.

Add your anchors, connect your links, test in Preview, and publish. For a broader look at linking in Wix, see the guide on how to add and edit text on Wix - text formatting and linking often go hand in hand when building well-structured pages.