Moving your existing website to Squarespace is straightforward when you follow these key steps:

What Can Be Transferred

• Domains from Weebly, Wix, or other providers
• Product information via CSV file import
• Note: Layouts, designs, and fonts cannot be imported

Before You Switch Keep your old website active until the new one is ready. Use these transition strategies:

• Set your new Squarespace site to private during development
• Add a password to prevent search indexing
• Transfer your domain only when ready to launch

Step-by-Step Migration Process

1. Build Your New Website

• Start a 14-day free trial
• Choose a template or create your own design
• Add and organize your pages
• Upload content and customize layouts
• Adjust fonts, colors, and design elements

2. Import Your Content

• Export products from your current site as CSV
• Format CSV file to match Squarespace requirements
• Manually recreate non-importable content
• Copy text without formatting to avoid HTML issues
• Optimize images for web display

3. Handle Domain Transfer

• Transfer eligible domains to Squarespace
• Connect domains that can't be transferred
• Register a new domain if needed (free with annual plans)

4. Upgrade to Paid Service

• Choose appropriate subscription plan
• Select monthly or annual billing
• Keep site private until ready to launch

5. Complete the Transition

• Launch your new website
• Cancel old services after confirming successful migration
• Maintain domain subscriptions if hosting externally

Key Considerations

• SEO may temporarily fluctuate during transition
• Mobile optimization is automatic
• Custom code can be added if needed
• Professional help available through Squarespace Experts

Remember to use the website launch checklist to ensure nothing is missed during the transition.

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