How to Import and Export Content in Squarespace

How to Import and Export Content in Squarespace

By Michael Turner

January 31, 2025 at 09:42 PM

Move your content seamlessly to and from Squarespace with comprehensive import and export options.

Import Sources

  • WordPress, Blogger, and Tumblr
  • Squarespace 5 (version 7.0 sites only)
  • Commerce imports from Shopify, Etsy, Big Cartel, and .csv files

Importing Content

  1. Open Import & export content panel
  2. Click Import
  3. Select import source
  4. Enable imported pages
  5. Move pages to main navigation (optional)

Product Import Limits

  • Version 7.1: Up to 10,000 products per store page
  • Version 7.0: Up to 200 products per store page
  • Use multiple pages to import additional products

Image and Video Imports

  • Available when importing from WordPress, Blogger, or Tumblr
  • Product images import automatically with product details
  • Enable metadata importing for professional photography needs
  • Individual images can be downloaded from Asset library

Mailing List Management

  • Import mailing lists via .csv files
  • Export individual lists or all contacts
  • Includes customers, subscribers, members, and donors

Important Notes

  • No sync feature between platforms; imports create static copies
  • No direct content transfer between Squarespace 7.0 and 7.1 sites
  • Product transfers between Squarespace sites supported via .csv
  • Content import success varies by platform

Export Options

  • Export site content to .xml file
  • Export products to editable .csv file
  • Export mailing lists and contacts separately

Remember that imported content typically includes post content, comments, and images, with URL preservation attempts where possible. Always review platform-specific guides for detailed requirements and supported content types.

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