Switching to Squarespace is a straightforward process that involves five main steps. Here's how to migrate your WordPress site effectively:

What You Can Transfer

• Domains registered with WordPress
• Website content (blog posts, pages, authors, categories, comments, and individual images)
• Note: Layout, design, and fonts cannot be imported

Step 1: Build Your New Website

1. Start a 14-day free trial (no credit card required)
2. Choose a template or create your own design
3. Add pages to your navigation menu
4. Upload and organize your content
5. Customize styles, fonts, and colors

Step 2: Import Content Importable items:

• Blog posts and pages
• Authors and categories
• Comments and tags
• Individual images
• Attachments

Non-importable items:

• Plugin content
• Gallery images
• Image captions
• Media library images not attached to posts

Step 3: Domain Migration Options:

1. Transfer your domain to Squarespace (recommended)
2. Connect your existing domain
3. Register a new domain through Squarespace

Create URL redirects to maintain old links: WordPress format: yourdomain.com/blog-post Squarespace format: yourdomain.com/blog/blog-post

Step 4: Upgrade Your Plan

• Choose a subscription plan
• Annual plans offer better value
• Include free custom domain for one year
• Keep site private until ready to launch

Step 5: Cancel WordPress Service

• Maintain WordPress site until Squarespace site is live
• Cancel WordPress hosting after successful migration
• Keep domain registration active if using connected domain

Important SEO Considerations:

• Temporary ranking fluctuations are normal during migration
• Create proper URL redirects
• Mobile optimization is automatic
• Built-in SEO features available

Additional Features:

• Collaborative editing options
• Automatic updates
• Built-in hosting
• Custom code capability
• 24/7 customer support
• Mobile-responsive designs

Remember to keep your WordPress site active until the migration is complete and thoroughly test your new Squarespace site before going live.

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