Squarespace Index Pages: A Complete Guide

Index pages in Squarespace 7.0 organize content from multiple pages into a unified layout. They come in three distinct styles:

Grid Style

• Displays content as clickable image tiles
• Creates visual navigation grid
• Best for portfolio and gallery showcases

Stack Style

• Arranges content in vertical sections
• Allows continuous scrolling
• Perfect for long-form content presentation

Slideshow Style

• Shows full-screen background images
• Includes content overlays
• Ideal for visual storytelling

Creating an Index Page:

1. Open Pages panel
2. Click the + icon
3. Select Index
4. Enter page title

Adding Content:

1. Click Add Page under the index
2. Choose page type from menu
3. Add content to individual pages
4. Drag and drop to reorder pages

Adding Eye-Catching Images:

1. Hover over page title in Pages panel
2. Click edit option
3. Select Media tab
4. Upload image
5. Repeat for each page

Password Protection:

• Grid/Slideshow: Protect individual subpages
• Stack: Main password protects all subpages

Managing Stack Sections:

1. Open Pages Panel
2. Click index page
3. Select Manage Sections
4. Drag sections to reorder
5. Use + and - icons to add/remove sections

Special Considerations:

• SEO: Hash-tagged URLs (#) aren't indexed
• Template Support: Available features vary by template
• Content Types: Some content requires Summary Blocks
• Mobile: Full functionality available in Squarespace App

Best Practices:

• Use high-quality images for eye-catching media
• Maintain consistent image aspect ratios
• Organize content logically
• Test all links and navigation
• Consider mobile viewing experience

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