How to Set Up Downloadable Products for Digital Content Sales

How to Set Up Downloadable Products for Digital Content Sales

By Michael Turner

January 18, 2025 at 03:43 AM

Digital products allow you to sell downloadable content like eBooks, music, art, and PDF files. Customers receive a download link valid for 24 hours after purchase, with automatic link renewal available.

File Requirements:

  • Maximum file size: 300 MB
  • All file types accepted
  • One file per product (multiple files must be zipped)
  • Remove special characters from filenames
  • SSL certificate required for secure downloads

Limitations:

  • No quantity settings or variants
  • No subscription options
  • No product file exports after upload

Creating a Downloadable Product:

  1. Select Product Type
  • Choose "Download" when adding a new product

Download button with description

Download button with description

  1. Add Product Details
  • Enter name, description, and images
  • Multiple product images display as thumbnails

Product page form

Product page form

  1. Upload File
  • Click "Upload file" or drag and drop
  • File must be added before saving

White box with yellow border

White box with yellow border

  1. Set Pricing
  • Set regular price
  • Enable "On sale" toggle if needed
  • Add sale price when applicable
  1. Add Organization
  • Include categories and tags (optional)
  • Categories: 25 characters max
  • Tags: 80 characters max

Organization page with additional links

Organization page with additional links

  1. Optimize SEO
  • Add SEO descriptions for better search visibility

"Edit button in Squarespace"

"Edit button in Squarespace"

  1. Publish Product
  • Click "Publish" to make available
  • Use "Save" to keep as draft
  • "Schedule" for future publishing

"Save file to computer"

"Save file to computer"

Customer Download Process:

  • Download link appears on Order Confirmation page
  • Automatic email with download link sent
  • Link expires after 24 hours
  • New link sent automatically if expired
  • Manual link resend available through Orders panel

Marketing Options:

  • Create email marketing campaigns
  • Sell through Facebook and Instagram
  • Utilize Squarespace marketing tools
  • Access design tips webinars for increased sales

Related Features:

  • Custom forms
  • Detailed descriptions
  • Custom buttons
  • Additional product information options

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