The Newsletter Block is a powerful tool for growing your email subscriber base. This form can be placed anywhere on your site, commonly in the footer.

Before Setup:

• For Squarespace storage: Create a mailing list in your email campaigns (or use the default list)
• For Mailchimp storage: Create an empty audience before connecting

Adding the Newsletter Block:

1. Click "Add Block" and select "Newsletter"
2. Open Block Editor using the pencil icon
3. Configure settings in Content, Design, and Storage tabs

Customization Options:

• Form name for analytics tracking
• Title and description text
• Privacy disclaimer
• Custom button text
• Optional name fields
• After-submission message or redirect
• Layout (Stack or Float)
• Alignment options
• Background settings
• Border styles
• Blend modes and blur effects

Storage Options:

• Squarespace (default)
• Mailchimp
• Zapier
• Google Drive

Security Features:

• Google reCAPTCHA (enabled by default)
• Optional confirmation emails
• At least one verification method required for Squarespace storage

Styling Options:

• Custom fonts
• Color schemes
• Button styles
• Background colors
• Padding adjustments

Track Performance:

• Monitor form submissions
• View conversion rates
• Compare views vs. submissions

Troubleshooting Tips:

• Submission counts may differ from subscriber counts due to confirmation processes
• Adjust color settings if text is not visible
• Configure double opt-in settings based on storage provider

The Newsletter Block helps build your email list while maintaining brand consistency and providing a smooth user experience for visitors.

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