Blog setup on Squarespace involves two main components: the blog page (landing page) and individual blog posts. Follow these steps to create and manage your blog effectively:

Setting Up Your Blog

1. Create a Blog Page:

• Click [+] in the Pages panel
• Select Blog under Collections
• Choose your preferred layout
• Enter a page title

2. Configure Basic Settings:

• Set posts per page (1-20)
• Customize SEO settings
• Set up social sharing options
• Enable/disable comments

Creating and Managing Posts

1. Add New Posts:

• Click [+] from your blog page
• Enter post title (max 200 characters)
• Add content using the text block
• Configure post settings

2. Post Settings Include:

• Featured image
• Categories and tags
• Comment settings
• SEO optimization
• Social sharing options
• Publication status

3. Publication Options:

• Save as draft
• Publish immediately
• Schedule for later
• Set for review

Advanced Features

1. Monetization (Version 7.1):

• Add paywalls to restrict content
• Set up pricing plans
• Offer preview posts
• Manage subscriber access

2. Location Features:

• Add location data to posts
• Display locations on summary blocks
• Integration with maps

3. Post Management:

• Search and filter posts
• Organize by status
• Move posts between blogs
• Bulk management options

The Squarespace mobile app allows for basic post creation and editing on the go, though some advanced features require desktop access.

Note: Always save your work regularly and preview posts before publishing to ensure proper formatting and appearance.

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