Newsletter Block Setup Guide - Squarespace

Newsletter Block Setup Guide - Squarespace

By Michael Thompson

January 18, 2025 at 02:42 AM

Add a newsletter block by clicking "Add Block" and choosing "Newsletter" while editing a page. Customize it through the following tabs:

Content Tab:

  • Form Name (for analytics tracking)
  • Title and Description
  • Disclaimer text
  • Button text (default: "Subscribe")
  • Optional name fields
  • Post-submit message or redirect

Blue subscribe button with white text

Blue subscribe button with white text

Design Tab:

  • Layout (Stack or Float)
  • Alignment (Left, Center, Right)
  • Background color (7.1 only)
  • Stroke options
  • Blend mode
  • Blur effects

Storage Tab:

  • Choose between Squarespace, Mailchimp, Zapier, or Google Drive
  • Enable subscriber verification (Google reCAPTCHA enabled by default)
  • Optional confirmation emails

Styling Options:

  • Font customization through Site Styles
  • Color schemes and backgrounds
  • Button appearance
  • Custom padding and layout

Important Notes:

  • Create a mailing list before setup if using Squarespace
  • Set up an empty audience if using Mailchimp
  • At least one verification method required for Squarespace storage
  • Track performance through Form and Button Conversions
  • Subscriber counts may differ from submission counts due to verification processes

Troubleshooting:

  • Check verification settings if submission counts don't match subscriber numbers
  • Adjust color contrast for better visibility
  • Test redirects while logged out
  • Ensure proper integration with chosen storage platform

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