Create Your First Squarespace Website: A Complete Guide to Getting Started

Create Your First Squarespace Website: A Complete Guide to Getting Started

By Michael Thompson

December 22, 2024 at 01:06 AM

Starting a website evaluation is your first step with Squarespace. During the free two-week trial, you can explore the platform, upload content, and experiment with designs before committing.

Choosing Your Template All Squarespace 7.1 templates include the same features and styling options. Select a template that matches your vision, focusing on structure and style rather than demo content. You can customize everything later using pages, sections, and blocks.

Designing Your Site

  • Choose from curated font packages and color palettes
  • Create a free high-resolution logo with Squarespace Logo
  • Upload your own images or use stock photos from Unsplash and Getty
  • Implement accessibility features using our resource guide

Account Setup and Subscription Select from various billing plans for personal portfolios or eCommerce businesses. Annual subscriptions offer:

  • Lower monthly costs
  • Free custom domain for one year
  • Student discounts available for qualifying schools

Core Features Included:

  • Website building tools with drag-and-drop functionality
  • Content hosting with robust infrastructure
  • Built-in SEO features
  • Analytics tools
  • Responsive mobile design
  • 24/7 customer support

Optional Add-ons:

  • Custom domain registration
  • Google Workspace email
  • Email marketing campaigns
  • Advanced commerce features
  • Members-only content
  • Stock image library

Migration Options You can transfer existing:

  • Domains
  • Blog content from WordPress, Blogger, or Tumblr
  • Product listings from Shopify, Big Cartel, or Etsy

International Availability Squarespace operates globally with:

  • Multi-language support through Weglot
  • International commerce options
  • Various country code TLD registration options
  • Multiple currency support

Support Resources

  • 24/7 live chat support
  • Community forum
  • Professional Squarespace Specialists
  • Comprehensive help guides and tutorials

Your site goes live once you subscribe and set it to "Public" in Site Availability settings. Until then, keep it private or password-protected while you perfect your design.

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