Media Mentions Documentation¶

Menu Location: Settings > Content > Media Mentions

Access Level: Administrator and above

Last Updated: 2026-03-02

Overview¶

The Media Mentions page (admin-edit.php?table=media_mentions) manages press coverage and media mentions for the business. Each mention tracks the publication, article details, and display settings. Media mentions can be displayed on the website to build social proof and credibility with potential customers.

Primary Functions:

Add and manage press/media mentions
Control visibility and homepage display of mentions
Set display ordering for mentions
Store publication logos, article quotes, and links
Track mention dates

Database Fields¶

Field	Description
id	Unique identifier
title	Publication or article title
logo	Media outlet logo image
month_year	When the mention was published
url	Link to the original article
article_quote	Excerpt or quote from the article
timestamp	Record creation timestamp
visible	Show/hide toggle (1=visible, 0=hidden)
front_page	Whether to display on the homepage (1=yes, 0=no)
msort_order	Display sort order position

How to Use¶

Adding a New Media Mention¶

Navigate to Settings > Content > Media Mentions
Click to add a new entry
Fill in the publication title, upload the outlet logo, set the month/year
Paste the article URL and a notable quote/excerpt
Set visible=1 to show on the website
Set front_page=1 if it should appear on the homepage
Set msort_order to control display position relative to other mentions
Save the entry

Managing Visibility¶

visible: Controls whether the mention appears anywhere on the site
front_page: Controls whether it specifically shows on the homepage
A mention can be visible on other pages but hidden from the homepage

Ordering Mentions¶

Use the msort_order field to control the display sequence. Lower numbers appear first.

Common Use Cases¶

Showcasing Press Coverage¶

Add media mentions from newspapers, magazines, TV appearances, and online publications to build credibility with visitors.

Set front_page=1 on your best mentions to display them prominently on the homepage, building trust with new visitors.

Seasonal Updates¶

Hide older or less relevant mentions and highlight current press coverage by toggling the visible field.

Tips & Best Practices¶

Use high-quality logos for media outlets - they display as visual branding
Keep article quotes concise and impactful
Verify article URLs still work periodically
Feature your strongest mentions on the homepage
Order mentions by impact/prestige rather than chronologically

FAQ¶

Where do media mentions display on the website?¶

Mentions appear on designated pages of the customer-facing website. Those with front_page=1 also appear on the homepage.

Can I reorder mentions?¶

Yes, use the msort_order field. Lower numbers display first.

What image format should logos be?¶

Standard web formats (PNG, JPG, SVG) work. Use transparent PNG or SVG for best results.

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