Sharing Spotfire analyses: Moving beyond web page embedding

Note: As of Spotfire version 11.7, the functionality to directly embed analyses into web pages has been removed due to security concerns, technological limitations, and shifting user preferences. However, several alternative methods offer secure and flexible ways to share your Spotfire analyses with others.

Here's what you need to know:

1. What's No Longer Available:

• Embedding analyses directly into web pages using iframe code is no longer possible in Spotfire 11.7 and above.
• Existing webpages containing embedded analyses will no longer display the visualizations correctly.

2. Why the Change:

• Security concerns arose from exposing sensitive data through direct web page embedding.
• The web page embedding functionality lacked features and functionalities available through other sharing methods.
• The increasing adoption of secure sharing methods like Spotfire Web Player made web page embedding less relevant.

3. Alternative Sharing Options:

a. Spotfire Web Player:

• Publish and share analyses via secure links as Spotfire web player pages.
• User-friendly interface and mobile device accessibility.
• Enhanced security compared to web page embedding.

b. Spotfire JavaScript API:

• Build custom integrations and embed visualizations directly within web applications:
  https://community.spotfire.com/articles/spotfire/spotfire-javascript-api-overview/
• Greater flexibility and customization compared to pre-built solutions.
• Requires programming knowledge.

c. Third-party Integration Tools:

• Utilize various tools with features and functionalities tailored to specific needs.
• Explore options provided by Spotfire partners and independent developers.

4. Resources and Support:

• Spotfire JavaScript API: https://community.spotfire.com/articles/spotfire/spotfire-javascript-api-overview/

Moving forward, explore these alternative sharing methods to ensure secure and flexible access to your Spotfire analyses.