Facebook Like buttons help your website visitors share content to their Facebook feeds. Here's how to add them to your Squarespace site:

For Version 7.1 Sites

1. Generate the Facebook Like Button code:

• Visit Facebook's Like Button configurator
• Copy the Javascript SDK code
• Copy the Like button code

2. Add the code to your site:

• Open Squarespace's Code Injection panel
• Paste Javascript SDK code in the Header field
• Create a Code Block where you want the button
• Paste the Like button code into the Code Block

For Version 7.0 Sites

1. First disable existing Facebook share button:

• Open Share Buttons panel
• Uncheck Facebook
• Follow steps above for adding custom code

Adding Like Buttons to Blog Posts

1. Customize for individual posts:

• Open Blog Page settings
• Go to Advanced tab
• Paste Like button code in Blog Post Code Injection field
• Replace site URL with {permalink}
• Save changes

Important Notes:

• Button may not display while logged in (view in incognito mode)
• Custom code functionality isn't guaranteed across all devices
• Code may need updates with platform changes
• Buttons will appear after blog post content

Best Practices:

• Test across different devices
• Keep code updated
• Monitor button functionality
• Ensure proper placement for optimal engagement

For technical support, consider:

• Reviewing Facebook's developer documentation
• Consulting Squarespace Forums
• Hiring a Squarespace Expert

This customization requires basic programming knowledge. Results may vary across different devices and platform updates.

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