How to Add a Custom Cursor to Your WordPress or Blogger Website Using CSS

Tired of the same old boring mouse cursor on your website? Adding a custom cursor is an easy way to make your WordPress or Blogger site stand out while improving user experience. In this beginner-friendly guide, I’ll walk you through the process step-by-step—no coding expertise required!

Why Add a Custom Cursor to Your Website?

Before we dive into the how-to, let’s talk about why you’d want a custom cursor:

• Branding: Match your cursor to your website’s theme or logo.
• User Engagement: Interactive cursors can make navigation feel more dynamic.
• Visual Appeal: Stand out from competitors with a unique design.

Step 1: Create or Choose Your Cursor Image

First, you’ll need a cursor image. Here’s what works best:

• Size: Keep it small (32x32 pixels or 64x64 pixels).
• Format: Use .png for transparency support.
• Style: Simple designs work best (avoid complex details).

💡 Pro Tip: Use free tools like Canva or Figma to design your cursor. Alternatively, download ready-made cursors from Open Cursor Library.

Step 2: Upload the Cursor Image to Your Website

For WordPress:

1. Go to Media > Add New in your dashboard.
2. Upload your cursor image.
3. Copy the image URL (right-click the uploaded file and select “Copy Link Address”).

For Blogger:

1. Navigate to Theme > Edit HTML.
2. Click the “Theme Assets” folder icon.
3. Upload your cursor image and copy its URL.

Step 3: Add Custom CSS Code

Here’s where the magic happens! Add this CSS snippet to your site, replacing YOUR_IMAGE_URL with the cursor URL you copied.

/* Custom Cursor Styles */
body {
  cursor: url('YOUR_IMAGE_URL'), auto;
}

/* Optional: Change cursor on hover (e.g., buttons) */
a:hover, button:hover {
  cursor: url('YOUR_IMAGE_URL'), pointer;
}

Where to Add the CSS:

• WordPress:

  1. Go to Appearance > Customize > Additional CSS.
  2. Paste the code and publish.

• Blogger:

  1. In Theme > Edit HTML, find the ]]></b:skin> tag.
  2. Paste the code above this tag.
  3. Save changes.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

1. Cursor Not Appearing?

   • Double-check the image URL.
   • Ensure the image is uploaded to your site (don’t link to external hosts).

2. Cursor Too Large?

   • Resize the image to 32x32px.

3. Not Working on Mobile?

   • Custom cursors only work on desktop browsers.

Advanced Customization (Optional)

Want to get creative? Try these tweaks:

/* Animated Cursor */
body {
  cursor: url('default-cursor.png'), auto;
}

a:hover {
  cursor: url('hover-cursor.png'), pointer;
  transition: cursor 0.3s ease;
}

Final Checklist Before Publishing

✅ Tested on Chrome, Firefox, and Safari
✅ Image URL is correct
✅ Cursor doesn’t interfere with navigation
✅ Backup of original theme files (just in case!)

FAQ

Q: Will this slow down my website?
A: No—cursor images are tiny and won’t affect loading speed.

Q: Can I use animated cursors?
A: Yes! Use a .gif file instead of .png.

Q: How do I revert to the default cursor?
A: Simply remove the CSS code.

Ready to impress your visitors? Add a custom cursor today and watch your site’s personality shine! Got questions? Drop them in the comments below—I’ll help you out!