Moving a website from Weebly or Wix to Squarespace requires careful planning and execution. Here's how to complete the transition successfully while maintaining your online presence.

Transferable Elements

• Domains (whether purchased from Weebly, Wix, or other providers)
• Product data (via .csv file)
• Note: layouts, designs, fonts, and other content cannot be automatically imported

Pre-Migration Steps

Keep your existing site active until the new one is ready. Make your Squarespace site private during development by adding password protection to prevent search engine indexing.

Step-by-Step Migration Process

1. Create Your Squarespace Site

• Start a 14-day free trial (no credit card required)
• Choose a template or create a custom design
• Add necessary pages to your navigation
• Upload content and customize layouts
• Edit site styles (fonts, colors, design elements)

2. Import Your Content

• Export products from Weebly/Wix as .csv file
• Format .csv file according to Squarespace requirements
• Manually recreate non-importable content
• Remove text formatting when copying content
• Optimize images for web display

3. Domain Transfer

• Transfer existing domain to Squarespace
• Or connect domain if transfer isn't possible
• Register new domain through Squarespace if needed
• Annual plans include one free domain for first year

4. Upgrade to Paid Service

• Choose appropriate Squarespace plan
• Select monthly or annual billing
• Keep site private until fully ready
• Complete final design adjustments

5. Cancel Previous Service

• Ensure all content is transferred
• Verify domain transfer completion
• Cancel Weebly/Wix service
• Maintain domain subscription if only connected

Important Considerations

• SEO impact is temporary and normal during platform changes
• Mobile optimization is automatic
• Custom code can be added if needed
• Professional help is available through Squarespace Experts
• 24/7 customer support is provided

By following these steps systematically, you'll ensure a smooth transition to your new Squarespace website while maintaining your online presence and minimizing any potential disruptions.

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