Configure Newsletter Subscription Blocks: Complete Guide

Configure Newsletter Subscription Blocks: Complete Guide

By Michael Turner

January 18, 2025 at 02:41 AM

A newsletter block lets visitors subscribe to your mailing list directly on your website. Typically placed in the footer, this versatile tool can be customized to match your site's design and collect subscriber information efficiently.

Storage Options:

  • Squarespace email campaign mailing list
  • Mailchimp subscriber list
  • Google Drive
  • Zapier integration

Adding a Newsletter Block:

  1. Edit a page/post
  2. Click Add Block
  3. Select Newsletter
  4. Configure using Content, Design, and Storage tabs

Subscribe for email updates

Subscribe for email updates

Key Customization Options:

  • Form name for analytics tracking
  • Title and description text
  • Privacy disclaimer
  • Custom button text
  • Optional name fields
  • Confirmation message or redirect
  • Layout (Column or Float)
  • Background color and borders
  • Font styles and colors

Security Features:

  • Google reCAPTCHA (enabled by default)
  • Optional email confirmation verification
  • Bot prevention measures

Design Customization:

  • Font types through Site Styles
  • Color schemes matching site theme
  • Button styling options
  • Layout alignment
  • Background effects and blur options

Tracking and Analytics:

  • Monitor form conversion rates
  • Track submission numbers
  • Analyze subscriber engagement

Troubleshooting Tips:

  • Verify submission counts against subscriber numbers
  • Check confirmation email settings
  • Ensure proper contrast for confirmation messages
  • Review storage integration settings

For optimal results, create your mailing list before setting up the newsletter block and ensure proper integration with your chosen storage solution.

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