If you’ve ever scrolled through a Showit site and suddenly found your eyes mesmerized by text elegantly spinning in a perfect circle, you’re not alone. It’s one of those sleek design tricks that feels both playful and polished.

In fact, one of the top questions I get from fellow Showit creators is: “create static and rotating circle text for your Showit website” Well, buckle up friend, because today I’m showing you exactly how to do it no tech degree required.

Creating circular text (both static and rotating) in Showit adds a layer of visual interest that’s perfect for highlighting calls-to-action, logos, or simply giving your layout that wow factor. Whether you’re aiming for movement or just a chic design element, this guide will walk you through each step.

Why Add Circle Text to Your Showit Website?

Adding rotating or static circle text isn’t just for show. It serves several purposes:

• Visual Engagement: The rotating motion naturally draws the eye.
  
• Brand Personality: Curved text creates a fun, approachable, creative vibe.
  
• Enhanced CTA Visibility: Perfect for highlighting “Book Now,” “Contact Me,” or “Start Here.”
  
• Design Depth: It adds texture and dimension to otherwise flat sections.
  

It’s a smart move when done right. But Showit doesn’t have a built-in feature for circular text, so we have to get creative using custom SVG and a little CSS animation. Don’t worry I’ll walk you through everything.

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Static vs. Rotating Circle Text: What’s the Difference?

Static Circle Text

• Appears curved around a circle but doesn’t move.
  
• Great for branding, like around a logo or icon.
  
• Lightweight (no animation code).
  

Rotating Circle Text

• Uses CSS animation to slowly spin the curved text.
  
• Captivating motion for CTAs, landing pages, and headers.
  
• Slightly heavier on page load, but worth it!
  

Depending on your website’s vibe, you can use either style or both! Let’s get into the how-to next.

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What You Need Before You Start

Before you jump into creating that mesmerizing spinny text, here’s what you’ll need:

• A Showit website (obviously!)
  
• Access to your Showit Design App (https://app.showit.co)
  
• A block where you want the circle text to live
  
• The custom SVG + CSS embed code (provided below)
  
• Optional: A text editor for editing the code (like Sublime Text or VSCode)
  

How to Create Rotating Circle Text for Showit (Step-by-Step)

Step 1: Open Your Showit Page & Add a New Canvas

Create a new canvas where you want the circle text to appear. This could be in your header, footer, or a featured call-to-action.

Step 2: Insert an Embed Code Box

In Showit:

• Click the + icon
  
• Choose Embed Code
  
• Drag the box where you want it placed (ideally centered)
  

Step 3: Paste the SVG + CSS Animation Code

Use this example:

<svg class="rotating-circle" viewBox="0 0 400 400" width="100%" height="100%">
  <defs>
    <path id="circle-path" d="M200,200 m-150,0 a150,150 0 0,1 300,0 a150,150 0 0,1 -300,0" />
  </defs>

  <text fill="#000000" font-size="32" font-family="Arial, sans-serif" textLength="942.48" lengthAdjust="spacingAndGlyphs">
    <textPath xlink:href="#circle-path" startOffset="0%" side="right">
      Your text will go here and wrap around the full circle
    </textPath>
  </text>
</svg>

<style>
  .rotating-circle {
    display: inline-block;
    animation: rotateCircle 15s linear infinite;
    width: 100%;
    height: 100%;
  }

  @keyframes rotateCircle {
    0% {
      transform: rotate(0deg);
    }
    100% {
      transform: rotate(360deg);
    }
  }
</style>

Pro Tip: Adjust the font-size, font-family, and animation duration as needed!

Step 4: Save & Preview

Click save and preview your Showit site. You should see a beautiful rotating circle of text.

Common FAQs About Rotating Circle Text

Why does my text look squished?

Your font-size may be too large for the circle diameter. Try reducing the size or increasing the SVG’s width and height.

Can I slow down the rotation?

Yes! Just change the 10s in the animation to something like 20s for a slower spin.

Can I reverse the rotation?

Absolutely. Use reverse in the animation like so:

animation: rotate 10s linear infinite reverse;

Best Use Cases for Circle Text on Showit Websites

Great Spots to Use Rotating Text:

• Hero header intros
  
• Call-to-action buttons
  
• Testimonials
  
• Course launches
  
• Podcast promo graphics
  

Perfect Places for Static Circle Text:

• Footer logos
  
• Around profile pictures
  
• Section dividers
  
• Wedding photographer branding
  
• Designer portfolios
  

Pro Tips for Perfect Results

• Keep it simple: Don’t overcrowd the path with too much text.
  
• Use legible fonts: Sans-serif fonts like Montserrat or Poppins work best.
  
• Responsive check: Test on desktop, tablet, and mobile views.
  
• Center align everything: Use Showit alignment tools to perfectly center your text.
  
• Don’t animate too fast: Slow spinning is elegant; fast spinning is distracting.
  

Comparing Static vs. Rotating Circle Text

Feature	Static Text	Rotating Text
Eye-catching Motion	No	Yes
Page Load Impact	Very low	Moderate
Great for Branding	Yes	Yes
Requires Animation Code	No	Yes
Editing Simplicity	Easiest	Slightly complex

Final Thoughts: Give Your Showit Site That Designer Edge

Now that you know exactly how to create static and rotating circle text for your Showit website, you’re equipped to add one of the most requested, stylish effects around. It’s simple, it’s effective, and it gives your design that polished, custom feel.

Remember: design isn’t just about looks, it’s about connection. Little details like rotating text can help reinforce your brand’s personality and catch a visitor’s attention at just the right moment.

Whether you’re a designer building your 20th Showit site or a creative DIYing your first online portfolio, these effects are totally doable.

Need Help Implementing It?

If you’re stuck or want help customizing the code for your specific Showit layout, feel free to reach out! At Get Perfect Website, we specialize in helping creatives bring their vision to life on Showit.