
How to Add Music to Your Squarespace Site: A Complete Guide
Audio blocks and embedding options let you easily share music on your Squarespace site. Here are the main ways to add music:
Audio Block
- Upload MP3 or M4A files directly
- Add audio URLs from cloud storage
- Best for single tracks
- Works in any content area including pages, posts, footers, and sidebars
SoundCloud Block
- Embed tracks hosted on SoundCloud
- Customize display settings
- Enable autoplay functionality
- Ideal for sharing full playlists
Embed Block
- Add music from Spotify, Stitcher and other platforms
- Copy and paste embed codes
- Works for both single tracks and playlists
- Alternative: Use Code block if Embed block isn't working
Video Block
- Share music videos
- Support for YouTube and Vimeo
- Good for visual music content
Adding a Spotify Playlist:
- Open playlist in Spotify desktop app
- Click "..." under playlist title
- Choose Share > Embed Playlist
- Copy the embed code
- Add Embed block to your page
- Paste code in the "Add Code..." field
Selling Music Downloads:
- Use Squarespace Commerce
- Set up downloadable digital products
- Manage sales and distribution
For Version 7.0 Sites:
Album Page
- Showcase full albums
- Display artwork
- Add searchable tags
- Organize track collections
Cover Page
- Feature single tracks or albums
- Create music release announcements
- Build "Coming Soon" pages
- Choose from audio-optimized layouts
Note: Custom code modifications are not officially supported. For best results, stick to built-in audio features or consult a Squarespace Expert for advanced customization needs.
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