How to Create and Sell Courses on Squarespace
Here's a streamlined guide to creating and selling courses on Squarespace:
Squarespace Courses allow you to monetize your expertise by creating guided lessons behind a paywall. This comprehensive overview covers everything from course creation to marketing.
Introduction to Courses
- Part of Squarespace's Digital Products suite
- Create members-only educational content
- Generate passive income through online teaching
Course Creation Process:
- Develop Your Course Outline
- Research target audience needs
- Choose a teachable subject within your expertise
- Structure content logically with clear learning objectives
- Video Production Tips
- Ensure proper lighting setup
- Use recommended recording equipment
- Maintain consistent video quality
- Setting Up Your Course Page
- Access Pages panel
- Click + to add new Course page
- Organize lessons systematically
- Add multimedia content as needed
- Monetization Strategy
- Create packages (free, fixed-price, or subscription)
- Set up paywalls to protect content
- Implement Sign-Up pages for enrollment
Pricing Guidelines:
- Research competitor pricing
- Consider your expertise level
- Factor in course depth and duration
- Match price point to target audience
Marketing Your Course:
- Develop comprehensive marketing strategy
- Utilize Squarespace Analytics for insights
- Build email lists for promotion
- Create engaging preview content
To maximize success:
- Regularly update course content
- Engage with students
- Track performance metrics
- Adjust strategy based on analytics
For advanced customization and support, qualified Squarespace experts are available through the designer network.