How to Create a Squarespace Landing Page: A Step-by-Step Guide

How to Create a Squarespace Landing Page: A Step-by-Step Guide

By Michael Chen

December 1, 2024 at 05:29 AM

Creating a landing page is an effective way to announce events, gain subscribers, or make announcements. Here's how to create one effectively:

Version 7.1 Method

  1. Create a Basic Landing Page:
  • Go to "Pages" panel
  • Click "+" and select "Blank Page"
  • Click "Edit" on the new page
  1. Add Content:
  • Click "Add Section"
  • Choose from pre-created sections or add an empty one
  • Add blocks for content (text, images, forms)
  • Customize background with images, videos, or colors
  • Save changes
  1. Hide Header and Footer (Optional):
  • Open "Pages" panel
  • Click gear icon next to page title
  • Select "Navigation"
  • Disable "Show header" and "Show footer"

Version 7.0 Method

Cover Page Option:

  • Open "Pages" panel and click "+"
  • Add a cover page
  • Customize with images, text, and calls to action
  • No navigation menu, header, or footer included

Layout Page Option:

  • Create a blank page
  • Add content blocks
  • Customize design elements
  • Save changes

Important Settings

Make Your Page Public:

  • Requires a paid website
  • Set visibility to "Public" in Site Availability panel

Set as Homepage (Optional):

  • Make it your main landing page
  • Disable other pages if creating a "Coming Soon" page

Hide from Navigation:

  • Move page to "Unlinked" section in Pages panel
  • Page remains accessible via direct URL

URL Customization:

  • Default URL: yourdomain.com/pagename
  • Can be customized for specific campaigns

Search Engine Visibility:

  • Add "noindex" tag to hide from search results
  • Useful for targeted marketing campaigns

Member Content (Optional):

  • Create exclusive content behind a paywall
  • Available on member sites only

Remember: Keep your landing page focused, visually appealing, and aligned with your specific goal for maximum effectiveness.

Related Articles

Previous Articles