Migrating from WordPress to Squarespace involves several key steps to ensure a smooth transition while maintaining your site's functionality and SEO value.

What You Can Transfer

• Domains purchased from WordPress
• Website content including blog posts, pages, and authors
• Categories, tags, and comments
• Individual images attached to posts

Core Migration Steps

1. Create Your New Squarespace Site

• Start a 14-day free trial
• Choose a template or create custom design
• Set up site structure and navigation
• Add and customize pages
• Adjust site styles (fonts, colors, design elements)

2. Import Your Content Transferable Content:

• Blog posts and pages
• Authors and comments
• Categories and tags
• Post attachments

Non-transferable Elements:

• Plugin content
• Gallery images
• Image captions
• Media library images not attached to posts
• CSS and design elements

3. Domain Migration

• Transfer your domain to Squarespace
• Set up URL redirects for old links
• maintain your old site until the new one is ready

4. Launch Preparation

• Choose a paid Squarespace plan
• Complete final design adjustments
• Test all functionality
• Set up redirects from old URLs
• Review SEO elements

5. Final Steps

• Cancel WordPress hosting once new site is live
• Keep domain registration active if connecting rather than transferring
• Monitor site performance and SEO

SEO Considerations

• Expect temporary ranking fluctuations
• Set up proper URL redirects
• Maintain existing meta descriptions and titles
• Monitor search performance post-migration

Mobile Optimization

• Squarespace automatically optimizes for mobile devices
• Built-in responsive design
• No additional configuration needed

The migration process typically takes several days to complete properly. Maintain both sites during transition to ensure continuous online presence for your visitors.

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