Form & Newsletter Data Storage: Managing Submissions on your Squarespace Site
Form Storage Options Guide
Form storage determines where visitor submissions from your forms are sent and stored. This guide covers all available storage options and how to implement them effectively.
Storage Options Overview:
- Squarespace Mailing List: Stores newsletter subscribers for email campaigns
- Form Submitter List: Manages submissions in Squarespace's contact system
- Email Address: Sends forms to specified email addresses
- Google Drive: Stores submissions in spreadsheets
- Mailchimp: Connects forms to Mailchimp audiences
- Zapier: Integrates forms with various third-party applications
Important Notes:
- Each form requires at least one storage option
- Multiple storage options can be used as backup
- Only Squarespace mailing list and Contacts panel store data directly on your site
Squarespace Mailing List Details:
Supported Forms:
- Newsletter Block
- Checkout newsletter sign-up
- Promotional pop-up
- Cover page newsletter sign-up
Email Storage Option:
- Sends form submissions directly to specified email address
- Limited to one email per form
- Default setting uses administrator's email
- Emails sent from [email protected]
Google Drive Integration:
- Creates new spreadsheet for submissions
- Supports up to 50 connected forms
- Cannot use existing spreadsheets
- Each field consolidates into one column
Mailchimp Connection:
- Creates new audience for submissions
- Maximum 30 fields per form
- Requires Business or Commerce plan
- Includes automatic confirmation emails
Zapier Integration:
Connects forms to various services including:
- ConvertKit
- Salesforce
- Slack
- Trello
Best Practices:
- Submit test forms after connecting storage
- Use unique names for multiple forms
- Keep identical field structures when connecting multiple forms
- Regularly verify storage connections
- Consider backup storage options
Troubleshooting Tips:
- Disconnect and reconnect storage options if issues arise
- Verify field consistency across forms
- Check email confirmation settings
- Monitor submission limits
Remember to choose storage options based on your specific needs and ensure proper setup for reliable form submission handling.
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