How to Use Ajax Loading in Squarespace Version 7.0 Templates

How to Use Ajax Loading in Squarespace Version 7.0 Templates

By Michael Thompson

February 13, 2025 at 07:35 PM

In version 7.0 templates, Ajax enables faster page navigation through asynchronous loading, particularly beneficial for content-heavy pages like blogs and galleries. Key elements like headers and footers are pre-loaded, significantly improving overall loading speed.

Supported Templates:

  • Brine
  • Farro
  • Skye (Blog landing page only)
  • Tremont
  • York

Ajax Management:

  • Enabled by default for visitors
  • Automatically disabled for logged-in creators
  • May conflict with custom code, anchor links, and URL redirects
  • Can affect site analytics tracking

Disabling Ajax:

  1. Open Site Style panel
  2. Locate Enable Ajax Loading toggle
  3. Switch toggle off

Exceptions:

  • Cannot be disabled in Skye family
  • Remains active on Farro blog landing pages regardless of settings

Loading Bar Features:

  • Available in Brine and Farro templates
  • Indicates content loading progress
  • Customizable width and color
  • Can be hidden through Site Style panel

Squarespace website template display

Squarespace website template display

For optimal performance, keep Ajax enabled unless specific functionality conflicts arise. Consider disabling only if experiencing issues with custom code implementations or analytics tracking requirements.

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