Comprehensive Guide: Locating & Replacing Sample Content in Squarespace

Comprehensive Guide: Locating & Replacing Sample Content in Squarespace

By Michael Turner

February 25, 2025 at 03:48 AM

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Squarespace site owners can easily replace or remove sample content that comes preloaded with their templates. This demo content helps showcase features and design possibilities but should be replaced before launching your site.

Important Notes:

  • Remove all preloaded content before upgrading to a paid subscription
  • Demo pages use noindex tags until edited
  • Stock images from Getty Images and Unsplash integrations are available for replacement

How to Find Demo Content:

  1. Open the Pages panel
  2. Look for pages with "Demo" labels
  3. Page icons indicate content type (design page, blog page, etc.)

Replacing Demo Content:

For Version 7.1:

  • Pages: Click page title → Edit
  • Page sections: Click Edit → Locate demo content → Edit blocks
  • Design pages: Hover over preview → Edit
  • Collection pages: Click page title → Duplicate Page
  • Banner images: Hover over page → Click Banner → Delete icon

For Version 7.0:

  • Similar steps apply with slight interface variations
  • Template changes will move edited pages to "Unlinked" section

Removing Demo Content:

  1. Open Pages panel
  2. Hover over demo page
  3. Click trash can icon
  4. Create new pages using the + icon

Restoring Demo Content:

  • Deleted pages can be restored within 30 days
  • Alternatively, uninstall and reinstall template (check URL slugs first)

FAQ:

Q: Can I use preloaded content? A: No, demo content is for inspiration only and must be replaced with your own content per terms of service.

Q: Why is there preloaded content? A: It helps users visualize possibilities and makes site building easier than starting from scratch.

Q: How do I remove the "Demo" label? A: Simply edit the page by clicking Edit, Banner, or Settings buttons.

Remember to use your own unique content to create an authentic website that represents your brand effectively.

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