Setting up your first Squarespace site involves three main steps: building site structure, adding content, and styling your design.

Create Your Site Structure

1. Add pages to navigation:

• Click "+" next to Main Navigation in Pages panel
• Choose page type or select from predefined layouts
• Enter page title and press Enter
• Set your preferred page as homepage

2. Edit site header:

• Click Edit in site preview
• Hover over header and select Edit Site Header
• Add logo, social icons, call-to-action button, or cart icon

Add Your Content

1. Using Blocks:

• Open Pages panel and select page
• Click Edit
• Click "+" to add section (if empty)
• Choose and add blocks for text, images, or buttons
• Drag blocks to organize content

2. For Collection Pages (Blog, Store, Events):

• Create landing page
• Add individual items (posts, products, events)
• Organize with categories and tags
• Enable interaction features like comments

3. Blog Management:

• Add posts via "+" in Blog page
• Include title and content
• Schedule or publish immediately
• Enable email subscriptions

4. Online Store Setup:

• Add products to Shop page
• Connect payment processor
• Configure shipping options
• Set up tax settings
• Customize checkout experience

Style Your Site

1. Site-wide styling:

• Open Site Styles panel
• Choose fonts and sizes
• Select color palette
• Add animations
• Adjust spacing

2. Section customization:

• Hover over section
• Click pencil icon
• Modify layout and background
• Save changes

3. Create style guide (optional):

• Document brand colors (HEX codes)
• List approved fonts
• Include logo variations
• Define layout specifications
• Set image guidelines

Before Publishing:

• Review website launch checklist
• Upgrade to paid plan
• Test all functionality
• Ensure mobile responsiveness

Remember to save changes regularly and preview your site across different devices before launching.

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