Moving from another platform to Squarespace Courses is straightforward but requires careful planning. Here's how to successfully transition your existing course:

Prerequisites:

• Active Squarespace website (course-specific templates available)
• Custom domain
• Active billing plan

Step-by-Step Migration Process:

1. Build Your Course Page

• Create course overview page
• Add individual lesson pages
• Organize lessons into chapters
• Set up progress tracking

2. Transfer Media Content

• Upload images and videos to asset library
• Use included 30-minute video storage
• Purchase Digital Products plan if needed
• Alternatively, embed videos from YouTube

3. Transfer Course Content

• Copy and paste text content manually
• Format text for each lesson
• Review and fix formatting issues

4. Configure Pricing Plans:

For Existing Students:

• Temporary Free Access: Use 100% discount code for first payment
• Permanent Free Access: Create hidden free pricing plan
• Discounted Access: Set up specific discount codes

For New Students:

• Set up regular pricing plans
• Configure subscription or one-time payment options

5. Invite Existing Students

• Import student email list
• Send migration announcement
• Share access codes/passwords
• Provide clear instructions

6. Promote Your Course

• Maintain SEO rankings
• Send email campaigns
• Create course previews
• Share mobile screenshots
• Build Bio Site
• Collect prospect emails
• Leverage social media

Additional Support:

• Attend free Squarespace webinars
• Join Squarespace Forum
• Consider hiring Squarespace Expert

Note: Direct content and student data import is not currently supported. Plan your migration timing to minimize disruption for existing students.

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