# How to Add Widgets to Footer

**Widgets Options – Footer Customization**\
To customize the footer area, navigate to **Appearance > Customize > Site Footer** in your WordPress dashboard.

From there, you can modify the layout, background, typography, and upload a custom image for your footer background.

#### Footer Layout

The theme includes multiple footer layouts, and it’s easy to switch between them. Simply go to **Appearance > Customize > Site Footer > Layout** to select the one you prefer.

* **Column Layout** – 11 column layouts and 7 footer types are available.
* **Shortcode Section** – You can add any type of shortcode in your footer section.

#### Footer Background

* **Background Image** – Add a background image to your footer and configure options such as background position and repeat.

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