Disqus comments provide enhanced features like threaded conversations and image comments for your Squarespace blog. Here's how to set it up properly.

Before Starting

• Comments are URL-specific
• Visitors must use the same URL to see comments
• Add the secure (https) version of your main domain to Disqus as trusted

Create Your Disqus Shortname:

1. Log in to Disqus
2. Click "Add Disqus to Site"
3. Select "I want to install Disqus on my site"
4. Enter your website name (becomes shortname)
5. Choose category
6. Click "Create Site"
7. Select a plan
8. Choose Squarespace platform
9. Copy your shortname

Set Up on Squarespace:

1. Open Blog Preferences
2. Paste Disqus shortname
3. Click Save
4. Go to Comment Settings
5. Enable comments globally
6. Ensure comments are enabled on individual posts

Using Disqus Comments:

• Visitors must log in via Disqus, Facebook, Twitter, or Google
• Comments appear only on the URL registered with Disqus
• Customize appearance through Disqus settings

Troubleshooting:

• "We could not load Disqus" error: Verify Website account type and shortname
• Previous Squarespace comments won't transfer to Disqus
• Comments may not display on templates with Ajax loading
• Ensure visitors use the same URL to view and post comments

Remember:

• Disqus replaces Squarespace's native commenting system
• Comments only visible on the registered domain URL
• Contact Disqus support for platform-specific issues

For customization options and advanced features, refer to Disqus documentation.

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