How to Create and Manage Your Squarespace Blog: A Complete Guide
A blog helps you establish your online presence and connect with your audience. Here's how to create and manage a blog on Squarespace:
Blog Structure
- Blog Pages serve as landing pages displaying multiple posts in a list or grid format
- Individual Blog Posts are subpages with unique URLs and content
- You can have multiple blog pages on your site
Creating a Blog Page
- Open Pages panel and click + icon
- Select Blog from Collections
- Choose a layout and enter page title
- Configure settings like posts per page, SEO title, and social sharing options
Creating Blog Posts
- Navigate to your blog page and click + to add new post
- Enter post title (max 200 characters)
- Add content using text blocks and other elements
- Configure post settings:
- Featured image
- Categories and tags
- Comments
- SEO details
- Social sharing options
- Location data
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Managing Posts
- Save drafts to continue editing later
- Schedule posts for future publication
- Set posts for review if needed
- Edit existing posts anytime
- Organize posts using categories and tags
Monetization (Version 7.1)
- Add paywalls to monetize content
- Choose paywall placement:
- Blog entries only
- Blog overview and entries
- Offer preview posts to non-subscribers
- Set up pricing plans for access
Mobile Management
- Use Squarespace app for on-the-go editing
- Create and edit posts
- Manage basic settings
- Add text and images
- View post status
Best Practices
- Use clear, descriptive titles
- Add featured images for visual appeal
- Organize content with categories and tags
- Enable social sharing for wider reach
- Maintain consistent posting schedule
- Review analytics to track performance
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