Squarespace is an intuitive website builder that helps you create a professional online presence. Here's how to build your first site:

Create Your Site Structure

1. Add pages to navigation:

• Click + in Pages panel next to Main Navigation
• Choose page type or select from pre-defined layouts
• Enter page title and set homepage if desired
• Organize or delete existing demo pages

2. Customize site header:

• Click Edit in site preview
• Hover over header and select Edit Site Header
• Add logo, social icons, and other elements

Add Content

1. Using blocks:

• Open Pages panel and select page
• Click Edit
• Add section with + if needed
• Insert blocks for text, images, buttons
• Drag blocks to reposition
• Save changes

2. Using collections:

• Create blog posts, products, or events
• Landing pages show content previews
• Individual pages display full content

Set Up Optional Features

1. Blog:

• Add Blog Page
• Create posts with + symbol
• Add categories and tags
• Enable comments
• Set up email subscriptions

2. Online Store:

• Add products
• Connect payment processor
• Configure shipping
• Set tax rates
• Customize checkout

Style Your Site

1. Site-wide styling:

• Choose fonts
• Set color palette
• Add animations
• Adjust spacing

2. Section-specific styling:

• Hover over section
• Click pencil icon
• Customize layout and background
• Save changes

Once complete, review the site launch checklist and upgrade to a paid plan to publish your site.

Remember to maintain consistency in design elements and create a style guide for future reference if working with collaborators.

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