Enable Developer Tools: Your Guide to Squarespace Advanced Settings

Enable Developer Tools: Your Guide to Squarespace Advanced Settings

By Michael Thompson

January 21, 2025 at 11:33 PM

External API Keys and Developer Settings

Connect third-party services, manage redirects, and configure advanced site settings through Developer Tools to enhance your website's functionality.

How to Access Developer Tools:

  1. Open the Developer Tools panel
  2. Review and adjust settings
  3. Click Save to publish changes

Key Settings Overview:

External API Keys

  • Connect Google Analytics
  • Link Amazon Associates ID
  • Set up Google reCAPTCHA for forms
  • Available on Business and Commerce plans

Developer API Keys

  • Build software integrations
  • Forms API for Zapier (Business and Commerce plans)
  • Orders API (Commerce Advanced plan only)

URL Mappings

  • Create redirects from old to active pages
  • Maintain user navigation flow
  • Preserve SEO value

Security Features

  • Website protection against clickjacking
  • Free SSL certificates for custom domains
  • Configure security preferences

Content Management

  • Default text editor selection
  • Markdown Block support for content creation
  • Image metadata importing (EXIF/IPTC)

Developer Mode (Version 7.0)

  • Custom template development
  • Advanced code modifications
  • Premium feature availability

Each setting can be configured independently to match your website's specific needs and security requirements. Remember to save changes after making adjustments to ensure proper implementation.

These tools provide essential functionality for site optimization, security enhancement, and third-party integrations, enabling a more robust and professional web presence.

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