
Member Website: How to Create and Manage Gated Content on Squarespace
Essential visitors can access with a membership. You can offer free or paid subscriptions to your content.
Creating a Member Website (Version 7.1):
- Open Pages menu
- Click + icon next to Primary Navigation
- Select Member Website
- Choose homepage layout
- Name your member website
Key Settings:
- Pages – Add members-only content
- Paywall – Customize subscription models
- Settings – Manage member website options
Enabling Member Websites:
- Open Member Websites menu
- Toggle member websites switch on
Adding Content:
- Open Pages menu
- Select target member website
- Click Add Page
- Choose layout
- Enter page title
Content Protection Features:
- Pages hidden from search engines
- Paywall blocks unauthorized access
- Navigation only visible to members
- URLs removed from sitemap
Managing Members:
- Create subscription models for access
- Customize paywall appearance
- Set free or paid membership options
- Email members about important changes
Deleting Member Websites:
- Open Pages menu
- Select member website
- Click Delete member website
- Confirm deletion
Important Notes:
- Content can't be completely protected from sharing
- Deleted websites don't remove subscription models
- Members maintain account access
- Unlinked pages remain accessible via direct URLs
Best Practices:
- Create clear registration pages
- Use preview blocks for gated content
- Update subscription details regularly
- Notify members before deletion
Your member website can host courses, workshops, or exclusive content while maintaining control over access and membership levels.
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