Getting Started

Installation

Here’s a quick step-by-step guide to use Authority Blocks in about five minutes on your WordPress site.

Step 1: Install Required Plugin

Prepare your WordPress site by installing the essential plugin. This is the only requirement to connect to the Authority Blocks cloud library and import templates.

1. Log in to your WordPress dashboard.
2. Go to Plugins > Add New.
3. Search for “Kadence Blocks” (officially titled “Gutenberg Blocks with AI by Kadence WP”).
4. Install and activate the free Kadence Blocks plugin (required).

Optional premium upgrades (purchased separately from Kadence WP):

• Kadence Blocks Pro
• Kadence Theme Kit
• Kadence Creative Kit

These premium plugins unlock all of our advanced templates. They also allow you to enhance custom design capabilities, but are not required for core Authority Blocks functionality.

(Optional) Step 2: Install and Activate Kadence Theme

If you are using one of our Kadence Child Themes, you this step is required. If you’re using a different theme, you may skip this step. However, for the best experience, optimal performance, and full compatibility, we strongly recommend using the Kadence Theme.

1. Go to Appearance > Themes > Add New.
2. Search for “Kadence”.
3. Install and activate the free Kadence Theme.

Step 3: Activate Your License

Gain access to the full template library by subscribing and connecting your site. This unlocks one-click imports directly in the Gutenberg blocks editor.

1. Choose a plan on our pricing page.
2. Complete the purchase and log in to your account dashboard.
3. In WordPress, create or edit any post (Posts > Add New).
4. In the editor’s top toolbar, click Design Library.
5. Click the + icon to add a new cloud connection.
6. Enter the Connection URL: https://authorityblocks.com
7. Enter your license key into Connection Access Key.
8. Click Add Connection.

Step 4: Import Templates

Browse and import professional designs with just a few clicks. Once your site is connected, all Authority Blocks templates are available directly in the Design Library.

1. Create or edit a page/post in the Gutenberg editor (e.g., Pages > Add New).
2. In the top toolbar, click the Design Library icon.
3. Switch between tabs:
   • Patterns tab: Blocks and section patterns (e.g., heroes, testimonials, pricing tables).
   • Pages tab: Page templates, post templates, and site elements
4. Browse or search for a template.
5. Click on your chosen template to import.
6. Customize text, images, and any elements you’d like with the block editor.

Glossary of Terms

This glossary explains key terminology used in Authority Blocks and the integrated Kadence Blocks ecosystem. It helps clarify concepts for building with the template library.

Blocks

A single reusable element in the WordPress Gutenberg editor (e.g., a button, image, or text paragraph). Authority Blocks provides premium pre-designed blocks optimized for conversions.

Pattern

A pre-built group of blocks forming a section or layout (e.g., a hero section, testimonial grid, or pricing table). In the Design Library, the Patterns tab contains all individual blocks and multi-block sections for quick insertion.

Wireframe

A basic structural outline or placeholder design used as a starting point for customization. Authority Blocks includes wireframes focused on high-converting structures.

Gutenberg / Blocks Editor

The default WordPress block-based editor (also called the Block Editor) where you build and customize pages using blocks, patterns, and templates.

Design Library

Hero Section

The prominent top section of a page (usually the first thing visitors see), featuring a headline, subheadline, call-to-action buttons, and background image/video. Authority Blocks offers dozens of conversion-focused hero patterns in the Patterns tab.

Blog/Content

Templates designed specifically for content-heavy blogging. Includes listicle layouts, pros/cons blocks, alerts/notices, product comparison blocks, affiliate disclosure blocks, and more. These help create engaging, readable, and monetizable blog posts quickly.

Call To Actions (CTAs)

Dedicated sections and blocks optimized for lead generation and sales conversions. Typically feature strong headlines, benefit-focused copy, buttons, forms, or opt-in elements designed to drive visitor actions like signing up or purchasing.

Comparison Tables

Pre-designed, responsive tables for side-by-side product or service comparisons. Commonly used in Listicle Posts, Comparison Posts, and Review Posts to highlight features, pricing, pros/cons, and verdicts—making it easy for readers to decide.

FAQs

Simple, collapsible or static question-and-answer blocks and sections. Perfect for addressing common objections, improving SEO with schema markup, and enhancing user experience on product pages, landing pages, or blog posts.

Icons

Individual icon blocks plus full icon-based sections. The sections are often used to highlight product features, benefits, services, or steps with visual icons, titles, and descriptions for clear, scannable communication.

Plans/Guides

Step-by-step sections typically used on sales or service pages to outline processes (e.g., onboarding, implementation, or purchase steps). These visually guide visitors through your offering in a logical, reassuring sequence.

Pricing Tables

Professionally designed, responsive pricing plan layouts. Includes feature lists, highlighted “recommended” plans, buttons, and toggle options (monthly/yearly)—ideal for SaaS, courses, memberships, or service-based sites.

Products

Blocks and sections for showcasing individual products or offers. Includes elements like product images, titles, descriptions, ratings, pros/cons lists, affiliate buttons, and “best for” labels—commonly used in reviews, roundups, and sales pages.

Sections

Ready-to-use mid-page or full-width page sections. These are SEO-optimized layouts for content further down the page, such as feature grids, about sections, team displays, or process overviews.

Social Proof

Blocks and sections featuring testimonials, client logos, case study highlights, trust badges, or “as seen on” media mentions. Designed to build credibility and trust throughout your site.

Stats

Eye-catching blocks and sections for displaying key numbers, metrics, or achievements (e.g., “10,000+ Customers” or “95% Satisfaction Rate”). Often includes large counters, icons, and context for maximum impact.

Testimonials

Dedicated blocks and carousel/grid sections for customer or client quotes. Includes options for photos, names, roles, star ratings, and company logos to strengthen credibility and influence conversions.

UI Blocks

The fundamental building blocks of Authority Blocks templates. These are individual, reusable elements (e.g., custom buttons, icons, cards, dividers, or styled containers) designed as the “nuts and bolts” for constructing larger components. We use UI Blocks to build sections, hero sections, patterns, and full pages. They give you maximum flexibility to mix, match, and create your own unique spin on any template.

UI Dynamic Elements

Specialized blocks that pull dynamic content automatically to create personalized, data-driven layouts. Examples include custom post grids, archive pages, dynamic headers/footers, author boxes, and related posts sections. These elements adapt based on the page context (e.g., showing recent posts or category-specific content).

Page Templates

Homepage

The main landing page of your website (often set as the front page in WordPress settings). Authority Blocks provides full homepage templates in the Pages tab, combining multiple sections like hero, features, testimonials, and CTA.

Core Pages

Essential static pages for most websites, such as About Us, Contact Us, Services, Privacy Policy, or Terms of Service. Authority Blocks includes ready-to-import templates for these in the Pages tab to help you build a complete site quickly.

Landing Page

A standalone page designed for a specific marketing goal (e.g., lead generation, product launch, or webinar signup), typically with minimal navigation and strong focus on one call-to-action. Authority Blocks includes high-converting landing page templates in the Pages tab.

Post Templates

Comparison Post

A dedicated blog post or page template focused on directly comparing multiple products, services, tools, or options (e.g., “Best Email Marketing Tools: Mailchimp vs. ConvertKit vs. ActiveCampaign”). Authority Blocks provides specialized comparison post templates with built-in comparison tables, feature breakdowns, pros/cons sections, winner recommendations, and strong CTAs—perfect for affiliate sites, review blogs, or decision-making content.

How-To Guide/Tutorial Post

A step-by-step instructional blog post or page that teaches readers how to complete a task (e.g., “How to Set Up X in 5 Steps”). Authority Blocks offers post templates with numbered sections, screenshots placeholders, and clear progression layouts.

Listicle Post

A blog post formatted as a numbered or bulleted list (e.g., “10 Best Tools for X” or “7 Ways to Improve Y”). Authority Blocks provides listicle post templates with eye-catching intros, ranked items, images, and summary sections for higher engagement.

Review Post

A detailed evaluation of a product, service, or tool, often including pros/cons, ratings, and affiliate links. Authority Blocks includes review post templates with star ratings, feature breakdowns, and “Buy Now” CTAs.

Site Elements

Dynamic sections, like headers, footers, archives, and single post templates, that enable highly customized site-wide designs. These leverage advanced features of Kadence Theme Kit and Kadence Blocks Pro for complex functionality.