How to Restart Your Squarespace Site: Guide to Starting Over
Most websites can be restarted in four main ways, depending on your needs and current setup.
1. Redesign Your Site
- Keep existing content while changing design and structure
- Maintains current subscription
- In Version 7.1: Use Fluid Engine sections and pre-built layouts
- In Version 7.0: Switch templates while preserving content
2. Reset Style Settings
- Reverts to original template design
- Keeps all content intact
- Maintains subscription
- Version 7.1: Reset individual elements (fonts, colors, spacing)
- Version 7.0: Reset all style tweaks at once
3. Delete Site Content
- Removes all pages and content
- Keeps style settings
- Maintains subscription
- Both versions: Delete pages individually or use pre-built layouts
- Supports rebuilding with new sections
4. Start a New Trial Site
- Creates completely fresh site
- Best for early-stage sites
- Allows product imports
- Can transfer domains and Google Workspace
- Requires new subscription
Tips for Redesigning:
- Use page passwords to hide changes
- Create duplicate pages in "Not Linked" section
- Add temporary landing page during redesign
- Version 7.1: Make style changes without affecting live site
- Version 7.0: Preview changes before saving
Important Considerations:
- Follow SEO best practices during redesign
- Back up content before making major changes
- Version 7.1 can't switch templates but offers extensive customization
- Version 7.0 allows template switching with most content preserved
Choose the method that best matches your goals while minimizing disruption to your live site.