A widget is a small, stand-alone element of a website or application that provides a specific function or information. Widgets can contain, for example, a calendar, a weather forecast, a search field, a chatbot or a social media connection.

Widgets can be integrated into a website or application in various ways, e.g. as part of a sidebar, in a section of the home page or as a pop-up window. Some widgets can also be mobile-optimised and displayed on mobile devices.

Widgets are useful tools for website developers as they offer a way to quickly and easily integrate certain functions or information on a website without the need for extensive programming knowledge. In addition, widgets can help to increase user interactivity and engagement on the website by providing additional functions or information.

As a rule, widgets can be obtained from third-party providers who offer them as plug-ins or extensions for various content management systems or applications. However, the data protection provisions of the third-party provider and the security of the widgets used should be observed.