Asset Management Guide: How to Reuse Images & Videos in Squarespace

By Michael Turner

December 11, 2024 at 08:45 PM

Asset Management in Squarespace: Images and Videos

The Asset library in Squarespace stores all your uploaded media, making it easy to reuse content across your site. Here's everything you need to know about managing your digital assets.

Reusing Assets

You can reuse images in multiple locations:

  • Banner images
  • Blog posts and featured images
  • Email campaigns
  • Image and gallery blocks
  • Product images
  • Site logos (v7.1)
  • Mobile fallback images

Videos can be reused in:

  • Video blocks
  • Section backgrounds
  • Course pages
  • Video pages

Managing the Asset Library

To access saved assets:

  1. Open the Assets panel
  2. View file details by hovering over assets and clicking the three dots
  3. Check file information like dimensions, date added, and size

Adding Content:

  1. Open Assets panel
  2. Either drag and drop files or click "Add New"
  3. Select files to upload
  4. Wait for upload confirmation

Organizing Assets

Create folders to organize content:

  1. Click "Add New" > "Folder"
  2. Name your folder
  3. Move assets by selecting them and using the folder icon
  4. Create up to 40 nested levels of subfolders

Deleting and Restoring Content

To delete assets:

  1. Select items in Asset library
  2. Click trash icon
  3. Confirm deletion

Restore deleted items within 30 days:

  1. Access Trash in Assets panel
  2. Select items
  3. Click "Restore"

Important Notes:

  • Deleted assets stay in trash for 30 days
  • Restored items return to original locations
  • Stock images remain in the library where purchased
  • Edited images save as copies
  • File names serve as alt text in most areas

The Asset library streamlines content management and ensures consistent media usage across your Squarespace site, making it easier to maintain a professional web presence.

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