How to Add a Testimonial Slider in WordPress with Elementor

Genuine testimonials are one of the strongest trust signals on any website. A testimonial slider lets you show several without taking up much space. Here is how to build one with Elementor, and when static testimonials work better.

Step 1: Collect real testimonials

• Ask happy clients for two or three sentences about the result you delivered.
• Get permission to use their name, company and photo.
• Specific beats generic: "Bookings doubled in two months" is stronger than "Great service".

Step 2: Add the Testimonial Carousel (Elementor Pro)

1. Edit the page with Elementor and drag in the Testimonial Carousel widget.
2. Add a slide for each testimonial: content, name, title and image.
3. Choose the skin (default, bubble) and layout (image above, inline, etc.).
4. Set slides per view: 1 on mobile, 2-3 on desktop.

Step 3: Readable, accessible settings

• Autoplay: off, or slow (6-8 seconds) with pause on hover.
• Navigation: show arrows or dots so visitors control it.
• Infinite loop: fine, as long as visitors can pause.
• Contrast: make sure text is readable against the background.

Free alternatives

• Use Elementor's free Testimonial widget three times in a row: a static grid is often easier to read than a slider.
• Use a free testimonial or slider plugin that works with the block editor.

Where to place testimonials

• On the homepage, after services.
• Next to pricing and contact forms, where people hesitate.
• On landing pages, near the main button (see building a landing page).

Important: never write fake testimonials. They damage trust and can break consumer-protection laws. Showing star ratings from external review platforms? See adding a review widget.