How to Locate and Remove Demo Content in Squarespace

How to Locate and Remove Demo Content in Squarespace

By Michael Chen

February 25, 2025 at 04:54 AM

Demo content showcases Squarespace's features and layout possibilities, serving as inspiration for your site. Here's how to handle demo content effectively:

Locating Demo Content

Demo pages are marked with a "Demo" label in the Pages panel. Look for page type icons (Layout Page, Blog Page, etc.) next to the titles.

Menu with yellow arrow

Menu with yellow arrow

Replacing Demo Content

Version 7.1:

  • Pages: Click page title → Edit
  • Page Section: Click Edit → Modify demo blocks
  • Layout Page: Hover over preview → Edit
  • Collection Page: Click page title → Duplicate Page
  • Banner Image: Click Banner → Delete icon under image

Version 7.0 and Squarespace App:

  • Tap Demo page
  • Click Edit or pencil icon
  • Start modifying content

Removing Demo Content

Computer:

  • Open Pages panel
  • Hover over page → Click trash icon

Navigation menu with arrow

Navigation menu with arrow

Squarespace App:

  • Tap More → Pages
  • Delete demo pages using trash icon or swipe left

Restoring Demo Content

  • Pages can be restored within 30 days of deletion
  • Alternative restoration method:
    1. Check for URL slug conflicts
    2. Switch to new template
    3. Uninstall previous template
    4. Reinstall template

Important Notes:

  • Remove all demo content before starting paid subscription
  • Demo pages use noindex tags (removed upon editing)
  • Stock images available through Getty Images and Unsplash
  • Demo content cannot be used on live sites (Terms of Service)
  • Changing templates in version 7.0 replaces existing demo content
  • Modified pages move to "Not linked" section after template change

Remember: Demo content is for inspiration only. Create unique content to reflect your brand and vision.

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