A comprehensive guide to building a Squarespace website effectively breaks down into three main components: structure, content, and style.

Site Structure Basics

Create your website's framework by adding pages to the navigation menu:

• Click [+] next to [Main Navigation] in the Pages panel
• Choose a page type or select from pre-made layouts
• Enter your page title
• Set your preferred page as the homepage

The site header can include:

• Site title and logo
• Social media icons
• Call-to-action buttons
• Shopping cart functionality

Adding Content

Pages consist of sections containing two types of content:

1. Blocks: Add text, images, and buttons via drag-and-drop
2. Collection items: Blog posts, products, and events

To add blocks:

1. Open the Page Panel
2. Select your target page
3. Click [Edit]
4. Add a section with [+] if needed
5. Click [Add Block] and choose your content type

For collections like blogs:

• Create a landing page
• Add individual collection items
• Organize with categories and tags
• Enable comments for engagement
• Add email signup forms

Store Setup (Optional)

Essential steps for launching an online store:

• Add products to store page
• Connect payment processors
• Configure shipping options
• Set tax rates
• Customize checkout experience

Styling Your Site

Global style options include:

• Fonts and typography
• Color palettes
• Animations
• Element spacing
• Button designs
• Image block styling

Section-specific styling:

1. Open Pages panel
2. Click [Edit]
3. Select section
4. Customize layout and design elements

Create a style guide for consistency:

• Color codes
• Typography rules
• Logo specifications
• Layout guidelines
• Image standards
• Editorial guidelines

Before launch, review the site launch checklist and upgrade to a paid plan when ready for visitors.

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