Is there an alternative method for adding a nationality dropdown to my website in Webflow without exceeding the 10k character limit for custom embed code?

If your nationality dropdown exceeds Webflow’s 10,000-character limit for custom embed code, you can use alternative approaches to implement it efficiently.

1. Use Webflow's Built-In Option Fields

• Instead of a custom embed code, manually add the nationalities as options in a Webflow Dropdown or Select Field (in a Form Block).
• This works well for a small list but can be time-consuming for long lists.

2. Load Options from an External JSON File

• Host a JSON file containing the countries on an external server, GitHub, or a cloud service.
• Use JavaScript (via Custom Code in the Page Settings) to fetch the country list and populate the dropdown dynamically.
• Example approach:
• Host a JSON file like https://example.com/countries.json.
• Use fetch() in JavaScript to retrieve and append options to the dropdown.

3. Use a Third-Party Country Selector Plugin

• Integrate a third-party JavaScript library such as:
• intl-tel-input (if you also need a phone country picker)
• country-select-js
• These libraries often include flag icons and autocomplete functionality.

4. Host the Full Dropdown Code Externally

• If embedding a full <select> element in Webflow exceeds the limit, host the complete dropdown HTML externally and use an iframe or JavaScript to fetch and insert it into your site.

5. Use Webflow CMS Collections (If Dynamic Options Are Needed)

• Add countries to a Webflow CMS collection and use a CMS-powered dropdown.
• This method works best if the list needs dynamic editing via the Webflow Editor.

Summary

To bypass Webflow’s 10K character limit, consider loading options via JavaScript, using a third-party library, hosting the JSON externally, or leveraging Webflow CMS collections. The best method depends on whether you need a static or dynamic list and any additional styling or functionality requirements.