
How to Create and Sell Service-Based Products in Squarespace: A Step-by-Step Guide
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Setting up a service-based product in your online store allows you to sell non-physical items like courses, consultations, and events. Here's how to create and manage them effectively.
When to Use Service Products
- Use for lessons and events that don't require specific scheduling
- Perfect for free or paid services without time slots
- Ideal for services that can be used flexibly
Choose the Right Format:
- Service Products: For flexible-time services (e.g., styling consultations)
- Appointments: For scheduled services (e.g., haircuts)
- Projects: For custom services (e.g., wedding photography)
Setting Up Your Service Product
- Create the Product
- Select "Service" as the product type
- Add name, description, and relevant images
- Upload high-quality photos that represent your service
- Configure Pricing and Inventory
- Set regular and sale prices
- Define quantity limits
- Add SKU (optional)
- Enable/disable multiple purchase options
- Add Product Variants (Optional)
- Create different service options
- Customize prices for each variant
- Add variant-specific images
- Set individual SKUs and inventory levels
- Organize Your Product
- Add relevant tags (max 80 characters)
- Create categories (max 25 characters)
- Use consistent naming conventions
- Organize alphabetically for easy navigation
- Additional Settings
- Set up subscription options if applicable
- Add SEO descriptions for better visibility
- Configure custom forms if needed
- Set purchase limits
- Publish Your Product
- Click "Publish" to make it live immediately
- Use "Schedule" for future release
- Save as draft for later editing
Marketing Your Service
- Create email campaigns to promote your service
- Share on social media platforms
- Use SEO descriptions for better visibility
- Consider promotional pricing strategies
Best Practices
- Keep descriptions clear and concise
- Use high-quality images
- Set clear terms and conditions
- Maintain accurate inventory levels
- Regularly update service information
Remember to connect your payment processor and set up email notifications for customers before accepting orders.
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