How to add a Global Promo Message for Magento 2 Pearl Theme

When running a special campaign or announcement, you can use the Global Promo Message feature in the Pearl Theme for Magento 2 to reach your customers effectively.

Step 1 — Edit the Global Promo Block

Go to: Admin → Content → Elements → Blocks

Look for the static block WeltPixel Global Promo Message (you can use filters to find it).

Edit the block and add your own content.
Don’t forget to Save Block.

Updating to the New Promo Block Design (v1.7.3+)

In Pearl Theme version 1.7.3 (August 23, 2018), a new design and functionality were introduced for the promo block.

When upgrading from older versions, sample blocks and pages are not overwritten. If you’re on an older version, update the Global Promo CMS block manually with the code below (works with theme version 1.7.3+):

Copy the HTML below exactly as-is into the block content (no changes needed):

Step 2 — Enable Global Promo Message

Go to: Admin sidebar → WeltPixel → Custom Header → Global Promo Message

• Set Enabled = Yes
• Configure text color and background color:
• Insert a color code (e.g., #B3E0FF)
• Or pick a color with the color picker

Step 3 — Refresh Cache

Go to: Admin sidebar → System → Tools → Cache Management

• Flush Static Files Cache

• Refresh Cache Types

Step 4 — Verify on Frontend

After refreshing your page, the Global Promo Message should now be visible on the storefront.

Video Tutorial

Updated on: 16/09/2025