Moving from an existing course platform to Squarespace Courses requires careful planning and execution. Here's a comprehensive guide to ensure a smooth transition:

Prerequisites:

• Active Squarespace website
• Custom domain
• Active billing plan

Step 1: Build Your Course Page Create a course page with these essential components:

• Course overview page (landing page)
• Lesson pages (individual topic sections)
• Chapters (grouped lessons)

Step 2: Transfer Media Content Upload your course materials to the resource library:

• Images and visual content
• Videos (30 minutes storage included)
• Additional storage available with digital products plan
• Option to embed external videos (YouTube, etc.)

Step 3: Transfer Text Content

• Manually copy and paste text into lessons
• Review formatting after transfer
• Ensure consistent styling throughout

Step 4: Configure Pricing Plans Choose from these access options:

• Free plans with email collection
• Paid access plans
• Special arrangements for existing students:
  • Temporary free access (100% discount code)
  • Permanent free access (hidden free pricing plan)
  • Discounted access (custom discount codes)

Step 5: Student Migration

• Import student email addresses
• Send personalized migration instructions
• Provide access codes or passwords
• Guide students through registration process

Step 6: Course Promotion

• Optimize SEO for new platform
• Launch email marketing campaigns
• Create public course previews
• Share mobile screenshots on social media
• Build Bio Site with course links
• Implement email collection forms

Additional Support Options:

• Attend free Squarespace webinars
• Participate in Squarespace Forum
• Consider hiring a Squarespace Expert

Remember to communicate consistently with existing students throughout the transition and provide clear instructions for accessing the new platform.

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