Starting in Squarespace involves several methods depending on your needs. Here are the main options:

Option 1: Redesign Your Site

• Test new page structures while keeping your subscription
• Try different designs without affecting current content
• Add pre-designed pages or sections
• Version 7.1: Use dynamic Editor sections
• Version 7.0: Change templates and preview before committing

Option 2: Reset Style Settings

• Return to default template settings
• Keep all content and pages
• Maintain your subscription
• Reset fonts, colors, and other design elements individually
• Available in both versions 7.0 and 7.1

Option 3: Clear Site Content

• Remove all pages and content
• Keep style settings
• Maintain subscription
• Delete pages using the trash icon
• Add new pre-designed sections as needed

Option 4: Start a New Trial Site

• Create completely new site
• Import products from previous site
• Transfer domain and Google Workspace subscriptions
• Requires new subscription
• Best for transitioning between versions

To protect your site during changes:

• Use page passwords
• Create a temporary landing page
• Place pages in Unlinked section
• Make style changes in preview mode

For version-specific features:

• Version 7.1: Cannot change templates but offers flexible section-by-section styling
• Version 7.0: Allows template changes with site-wide style applications

Remember to back up important content and consider SEO implications before making major changes.

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