Storage space management for forms and newsletters is crucial for collecting and organizing visitor data effectively. Here's what you need to know about the available storage options:

Primary Storage Options:

• Squarespace Mailing Lists: Built-in storage for newsletter subscribers and email marketing campaigns
• Form Submitter List: Stores form submissions in Squarespace's contact management system
• Email Address: Sends submissions directly to specified email addresses
• Google Drive: Creates spreadsheets for form submissions
• Mailchimp: Connects forms to Mailchimp audiences
• Zapier: Integrates with various third-party apps and services

Key Points:

• At least one storage option is required per form
• Multiple storage options can be used simultaneously for added security
• Only Squarespace mailing lists and Contacts menu store data within your website

Squarespace Mailing Lists Ideal for newsletter management and email marketing campaigns. Compatible with:

• Newsletter blocks
• Checkout area newsletter sign-up
• Promotional pop-ups
• Cover page newsletter sign-up

Contacts Menu Stores information about visitors who:

• Submit forms with required email fields
• Subscribe to mailing lists
• Sign up for newsletters

Email Storage

• Sends form submissions to one email address
• Uses HTML formatting
• Subject line includes form name and subject
• Supports direct replies to submitters

Google Drive Integration

• Creates new spreadsheets for submissions
• Supports up to 50 connected forms
• Requires empty spreadsheet for connection
• Not compatible with shared drives or existing spreadsheets

Mailchimp Connection

• Ideal for newsletter management
• Requires new, empty audiences
• Limited to 30 fields per form
• Includes automatic confirmation emails

Zapier Integration Connects forms with various services including:

• ConvertKit
• Salesforce
• Slack
• Trello

Best Practices:

1. Test all forms after connecting storage options
2. Use unique names for multiple forms
3. Keep form fields identical when sharing storage
4. Regularly monitor storage capacity
5. Consider using multiple storage options for important data

Remember to troubleshoot any issues immediately and verify that all storage connections are working properly for optimal form performance.

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