Getting started
Getting started
Not sure how to pick a design? Learn more about how the template process works, what to look for, and how to make the best use of your new template after purchase. Every template journey includes these three steps:
Select a design
Select a design
Browse the catalog of templates to find a design that aligns with your brand's look, goals, and overall vibe.
Browse the catalog of templates to find a design that aligns with your brand's look, goals, and overall vibe.
Add your content
Add your content
Make it your own! Copy/paste content from an old website, or use this chance to start fresh.
Make it your own! Copy/paste content from an old website, or use this chance to start fresh.
Publish your site
Publish your site
Share your new site with the world. Easily dial-in your SEO settings, sharing assets, favicon, and more.
Share your new site with the world. Easily dial-in your SEO settings, sharing assets, favicon, and more.
Select a design
How to pick a template
All templates can be customized and styles however you like. But, starting from a design that already aligns with your brand's goals can save a lot of time! Here are a few ways to decide:
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In your industry
All templates are styled with specific use-cases in mind. While they can be customized for any business, picking one that's already setup how you need can go a long way.
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Match your brand
It's helpful to pick a design that's already close to your current brand: Colors, typography, and imagery that already match can make the choosing process easier.
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Go for features
If your project requires specific features — like a portfolio carousel, eCommerce setup, or filterable resource catalog… keep an eye out for templates that include it!
Add content
Make it your own
Templates are standalone websites, not themes — which means you'll have to add content manually to be able to publish. Here are some things you might add to your site to give it some life:
Templates are standalone websites, not themes, which means you'll have to add content manually to be able to publish. Here are some things you might add to your site to give it some life:
• Copy
• Imagery
• Blog posts
• Illustrations
• Brand colors
• Pricing details
• Font settings
• Image galleries
Publish your site
Publish your site
Publish your site
Sharing your new site
Once your content is added and everything is launch-ready, there are just a few more things to do before hitting "publish".
Update SEO settings
Make sure your site looks good on Google. Change the SEO titles, page descriptions, favicon, and social sharing image.
Use a custom domain
Connect your custom domain to the new site via Squarespace's easy-connect method. Use SQSP domains, or any 3rd party.
Purchase subscription
Templates require the Core plan to function properly. If you have an existing site, cancel it and re-subscribe on the new site.