How to Create and Set Up Member Sites: Squarespace Checklist Guide
Member sites allow you to create exclusive content for paying subscribers. Here's how to set up and manage your member site effectively.
Prerequisites
- Active billing plan that includes digital products
- SSL enabled and set to Secure on your domain
- Website with digital product capability (templates available)
Setting Up Your Member Site
- Create Exclusive Content
- Set up your member site in the Pages panel
- Establish pricing plans
- Add exclusive pages to your member site
- Design member homepages (first page becomes default landing page)
- Customize member navigation and checkout experience
- Set up email notifications
- Configure paywalls
- Technical Requirements
- Review and select appropriate billing plan
- Connect to payment processor (required for recurring/fixed pricing plans)
- Verify all security settings
- Marketing and Management
- Add digital product blocks to your login page
- Create a registration page showcasing membership benefits
- Manage members through the Contacts panel
- Set up promotional content to attract new members
Best Practices
- Make your exclusive content valuable and unique
- Create clear pricing tiers
- Maintain regular communication with members
- Monitor member engagement and feedback
- Regularly update content to maintain value
Additional Support Options
- Access community support through Squarespace Forum
- Consider hiring verified experts for custom implementations
- Review comprehensive documentation for technical details
By following these steps and best practices, you'll create an engaging member site that provides value to subscribers while generating recurring revenue for your business.
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