Form Storage Options Guide

Form storage is where visitor submissions from your site's forms are sent and stored. Here's a comprehensive guide to all available storage options and how to use them effectively.

Available Storage Options:

1. Squarespace Mailing Lists

• For newsletter blocks, checkout signups, and promotional pop-ups
• Stores subscriber data directly in your Squarespace site
• Automatically adds subscribers to your Contacts panel
• Perfect for email marketing campaigns

2. Form Senders List (Contacts Panel)

• Stores submissions from Form blocks with required email fields
• Manages visitor information within Squarespace
• Allows easy access to submission details
• Available in the Lists and Segments panel

3. Email Address

• Receives instant email notifications for form submissions
• Uses administrator's email by default
• Can be changed to any email address
• Includes detailed submission information in HTML format

4. Google Drive

• Creates spreadsheets for form submissions
• Supports up to 50 connected forms
• Perfect for managing large amounts of data
• Enables easy sharing and exporting

5. Mailchimp

• Connects forms to Mailchimp audiences
• Ideal for newsletter and subscriber management
• Requires Business or Commerce plan
• Limited to 30 fields per form

6. Zapier

• Integrates with multiple third-party apps
• Supports automation workflows
• Compatible with services like ConvertKit, Salesforce, Slack, and Trello
• Available for Form blocks and Newsletter blocks

Important Notes:

• At least one storage option is required per form
• Multiple storage options can be used simultaneously
• Only Squarespace mailing lists and Contacts panel store data within Squarespace
• Test forms after connecting storage options
• Each storage option has specific form compatibility

Best Practices:

1. For Multiple Forms:

• Use unique names for easy identification
• Keep identical field structures when sharing storage
• Consider separate storage locations for different forms

2. For Data Management:

• Regularly check submissions
• Set up backup storage options
• Monitor storage limits
• Test forms before going live

3. For Newsletter Signups:

• Enable reCAPTCHA to prevent spam
• Configure confirmation emails appropriately
• Regularly clean subscriber lists

Remember to disconnect and reconnect storage options if you encounter issues or need to make changes to form structures.

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