Recover lost content and minimize future content loss in Squarespace by following these proven methods.

Restoring Accidentally Deleted Content:

While editing (before exiting):

• Click the Undo arrow in the top left corner to reverse recent changes
• Use Ctrl + Z (Windows) or ⌘ + Z (Mac) for text blocks
• For version 7.0: Click "Revert Changes" or "Undo" to restore the last saved version

Note: Content cannot be recovered after exiting the editor.

Content That Cannot Be Restored:

• Content lost due to browser crashes or closures
• Changes made in multiple places simultaneously
• Pages/posts deleted over 30 days ago
• Content modified after exiting the editor

Finding Previous Versions: Use the Internet Archive's Wayback Machine to locate cached versions of your pages as a reference.

Recovering Missing Content:

• For reactivated sites: Ensure you've restored the correct site and it hasn't been expired over 30 days
• After template changes in v7.0: Check the "Not Linked" section in Pages panel
• Consider reverting to the previous template if features are incompatible

Best Practices to Prevent Content Loss:

1. Save changes frequently
2. Work with stable internet connection
3. Maintain backups:
   • Copy text to external documents
   • Keep original image files
   • Save custom code separately
4. Review deletion warnings carefully
5. Consider starting a trial period for major changes

By following these guidelines, you can significantly reduce the risk of content loss and ensure better content management on your Squarespace site.

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