Squarespace periodically removes outdated or replaced features to maintain platform efficiency. Here's a comprehensive list of discontinued features and what you need to know.

Recently Discontinued Features (2023-2024):

• 500 px Block (December 2023)
• Foursquare Swarm Block (December 2023)
• Video Studio App (September 2023)
• Twitter Block (April 2023)
• Keyboard shortcut with Escape key (January 2024)

Notable Past Removals:

• Commerce App (September 2021)
• Analytics App (June 2021)
• Blog App (July 2019)
• Adobe Creative Cloud Editor (December 2018)
• Portfolio App (March 2019)
• Facebook Tabs (January 2019)

Important Notes for Users:

• Existing discontinued blocks will continue to function
• Once removed, discontinued blocks cannot be re-added
• Archive blocks serve as alternatives to removed List blocks
• Mobile editing is available through the Squarespace app

Template Changes:

• Version 7.1 sites retain all features regardless of template removal
• Version 7.0 templates may have limited availability
• Existing sites keep their functionality even if their template is discontinued

Support Policy:

• Technical support continues for discontinued features
• Bug fixes will be addressed
• No new features will be added to discontinued elements

For sites using older features, Squarespace recommends:

1. Exploring current alternatives for discontinued features
2. Keeping existing functional blocks if they meet your needs
3. Consider upgrading to Version 7.1 for access to the latest features
4. Using the Squarespace mobile app for on-the-go management

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