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You’ve built your Squarespace website to grow your business, but now you want to sell access to an event—whether it’s a virtual workshop or an in-person class. The question is, how do you set up events on Squarespace without a ton of extra work?

The answer: keep it simple. With Squarespace and MemberSpace, you can create a streamlined way to sell tickets, share details, and focus on delivering a great experience. This guide will walk you through the process step by step.

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Step 1: Build Your Public Event Page

Think of this page as your pitch. It’s the first thing potential attendees see, so make it count! This is where you’ll answer the big questions:

  • What’s in it for them? Focus on the transformation or outcome your event delivers. Will they leave inspired, skilled, or with fresh ideas?
  • The must-know details: Include the date, time, location (for in-person events), or platform (for virtual ones).
  • The price tag: Are there multiple ticket options, like general admission and VIP? List them here.
  • How to sign up: Add a bold button with a clear call-to-action, like “Save My Spot” or “Register Now”. (Don’t worry, we’ll link this to your registration form in a minute!)
Squarespace event example
An event page example by MemberSpace customer, Bozoma Saint John from The Badass Workshop

Step 2: Create a Private Event Page

Once someone signs up for your event, they’ll need a place to access all the essential info, like the Zoom link and password for virtual events or venue address and parking instructions for in-person gatherings. 

Create a simple page on your Squarespace site to house all of these details, and we’ll lock access to it in the next step so only registered attendees can see it. 

Step 3: Lock Your Private Event Page

To lock access to your private event page, you’ll need to use a tool like MemberSpace. All you have to do is add your private page URL, and a paywall will be added to that page, ensuring your attendees have registered for your event before they get access to the details. 

Content paywall with MemberSpace
When someone goes to access your private event page, they will see a pop-up like this requiring them to log in or register and pay before they get access.

Step 4: Set Up Your Pricing

Now for the fun part: deciding how to charge for your event. MemberSpace gives you options, so you can pick what works best for your attendees:

  • One-time payments: Perfect for standalone events like a single workshop.
  • Recurring payments: Ideal if the event is part of a membership or series.
  • Installments: Great for higher-priced events, like retreats, where attendees can pay in chunks.
  • Free events: Want to host a freebie? You can still use MemberSpace to collect attendee info and get people registered.
Squarespace event pricing
MemberSpace has a built-in Stripe integration, making payment processing simple and secure for your customers.

Once your pricing is set, grab your signup link from MemberSpace and drop it into the call-to-action button on your public event page. When someone clicks the link, they’ll be prompted to fill out a signup and payment form, granting them access to your private event page. 

 You can even customize your signup form to match your branding and collect attendee details like dietary preferences (hello, retreat planning!) or webinar questions.

Event attendees can signup through one-click Google signup, making the process quick and easy.

✨ Quick Tip: Offering different ticket options? Use MemberSpace to create multiple pricing tiers. You could have a VIP ticket that includes perks like a private Q&A session, access to an online course, or exclusive breakout groups.

Step 5: Maximize Your Event’s Potential 

When you’re selling event access, the right tools can make all the difference. MemberSpace doesn’t just help you sell tickets on Squarespace—it gives you more features to maximize your event’s impact and make the entire process smoother for you and your attendees.

Here’s how you can make the most of your event with MemberSpace:

  • Abandoned signup reminders: Recover lost sales by automatically following up with people via email who started signing up but didn’t finish. 
  • Custom email notifications: Welcome attendees, share event details, or build excitement with countdowns. You can even use these emails to upsell VIP options or future events.
  • Flexible ticket options: Create multiple pricing tiers like general admission, VIP packages, or early bird specials to appeal to different audiences.
  • Upsell opportunities: Use your event page to promote your other digital products, like a related course, exclusive content, or your next event.
  • Streamlined payments: Let attendees pay with one click using Google or Apple Pay—no need for them to dig out their wallet.

Many business owners find Squarespace’s native selling features to be limited, but  MemberSpace lets you fully customize your event experience. Whether you’re sharing event details on a locked page, through an email, or even in a private online group, you have the flexibility to set things up your way.

Final Thoughts

Hosting events is an amazing way to connect with your audience, share your expertise, and grow your business. Whether it’s a virtual workshop, a webinar, or an in-person retreat, having a clear process for selling tickets and managing access makes everything so much easier.

With Squarespace and MemberSpace, you have the flexibility to customize your setup to fit your event’s needs. From handling payments to sharing details securely, you’re in control of the experience from start to finish. This means less stress for you and a polished, seamless experience for your attendees. Let us know if you have any questions, and good luck! 

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How to Create an Online Course with Squarespace https://www.memberspace.com/blog/how-to-create-an-online-course-with-squarespace/ Mon, 16 Sep 2024 14:17:13 +0000 https://www.memberspace.com/?p=6717

Creating and selling your own online course can be a great way to share your knowledge and build a revenue stream. With the right tools, you can build a course that looks professional, is easy to navigate, and can generate income from the very start. In this guide, we’ll walk through how to use Squarespace and MemberSpace to create and sell an online course, step by step.

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Table of Contents

Step 1: Develop Your Course Content

The first step in creating an online course is to plan out your content. Start by outlining the main topics you’ll cover. Once you have those, break them down into manageable modules or sections.

Each module can include:

  • Video lessons
  • Downloadable materials like PDFs or worksheets
  • Quizzes to test your students’ knowledge
  • Certifications, if applicable

Take your time with this step. The better you organize your content, the easier it will be for your students to follow along, and the more professional your course will look.

Step 2: Set Up Your Course Pages in Squarespace

Once your course content is ready, it’s time to add it to your Squarespace website. One of the best things about using Squarespace is that you have total control over how your course looks and feels.

Here’s a simple structure to follow:

  1. Create a page for each module – This page will act as a hub for all the lessons in that module.
  2. Add individual lesson pages – Each lesson should have its own page, with the video at the top, a brief description, and any downloadable materials or quizzes.
  3. Include navigation buttons – Make it easy for your students to move between lessons by adding “Next” and “Back” buttons on each lesson page.

By keeping everything organized and easy to navigate, your students will have a smooth learning experience, which helps them stay engaged with your course.

Organize Your URLs

A clear, logical URL structure is important for both you and your students. You want to keep things tidy and easy to navigate, especially as your course grows over time.

Here’s an example of a clean URL structure:

  • YourSite.com/members/module1
  • YourSite.com/members/module2
  • And so on…

This not only helps with course organization, but it also makes it easier for your students to find specific content if they need to revisit it later.

Step 3: Protect Your Course with MemberSpace

Now that your course pages are set up, you need to protect your content with a tool like MemberSpace. MemberSpace adds advanced membership features to your Squarespace site to help you generate more revenue, and it and allows you to lock specific content pages, so only those who signup can view your online course content.

Step 4: Set Up Your Pricing Options

Deciding how to price your course can be tricky, but there are a few common options to consider:

  • One-time payment – Great if you’re selling the course as a standalone product.
  • Subscription model – Ideal if your course is part of a larger membership or if you plan to offer ongoing content.
  • Payment plans – Perfect for higher-ticket courses that might be out of reach for some students as a lump sum.

Another popular strategy is to offer the first lesson or two for free. This gives potential students a taste of your course and might encourage them to purchase the full version.

Once you’ve decided on pricing, you’ll receive a sign-up link from MemberSpace. Add this link to a “Purchase” button on your website,. When someone clicks the link, they’ll be prompted to sign up and pay.

Squarespace online course pricing

Step 5: Promote Your Course and Start Selling

With everything set up, you’re ready to start promoting your course. Use social media, your email list, and even blog posts to drive traffic to your course landing page.

Remember, this is just the beginning. As you gather feedback from students, you can improve your course by adding new content, offering additional digital products, or even raising your prices as the value of your course grows.

Here are a few ways to keep your course competitive:

  • Add a student forum for discussions.
  • Host live Q&A sessions to engage with students.
  • Include expert interviews as bonus content.
  • Build a library of supporting materials like additional readings or case studies.

By continually adding value to your course, you’ll keep your students engaged and increase the lifetime value of each customer.

Final Thoughts

Building and selling an online course on Squarespace is not only doable, it’s a powerful way to grow your business. With the help of MemberSpace, you can easily lock your content behind a paywall, ensuring that only paying students get access. As you grow, you can continue to enhance your course and boost its value, creating a long-term revenue stream for your business.

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How to Create and Sell a Content Library on Squarespace https://www.memberspace.com/blog/squarespace-content-library/ Wed, 11 Sep 2024 17:17:10 +0000 https://www.memberspace.com/?p=6712

If you’re looking for a way to monetize your digital resources, creating a content library on Squarespace might be the perfect solution. A well-organized content library can transform your website into a source of recurring revenue, whether you’re offering videos, templates, or any other digital resource. In this post, we’ll walk you through the steps on how to sell a content library on Squarespace

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Why Create a Content Library on Squarespace?

Creating a content library is a great way to build passive income and add value to your online business. If you’re already creating digital products such as videos, educational resources, or design templates, selling them in an organized library can help you scale your business and earn recurring revenue. Tools like Squarespace and MemberSpace make this process simple, even if you’re not a web design expert.

Step 1: Create and Organize Your Digital Products

The first step to building a content library is deciding what digital products you want to include. Think about what your audience needs and values the most. Some ideas for digital content include:

  • Fitness videos for different skill levels or fitness goals
  • Design templates for professionals or creatives
  • Educational podcasts or how-to guides

The key to a successful content library is high-quality, valuable content. Your audience should feel that they’re getting something exclusive and useful.

Once you have your content, it’s time to organize it. A well-structured content library helps users easily find what they’re looking for. Here are some ways you can organize:

  • By media type: separate videos, podcasts, templates, and other resources
  • By themes: fitness topics (yoga, strength training), creative themes (branding, photography), or educational subjects

Tip: Make navigation as intuitive as possible so users can quickly locate the content they need.

Step 2: Add Your Content to Your Squarespace Website

Now that you’ve organized your content, it’s time to add it to your Squarespace website. Squarespace is perfect for this because of its drag-and-drop interface, which makes it easy to customize even if you don’t have much technical experience.

Here’s how to structure your content on Squarespace:

  1. Create a members-only homepage where visitors can browse your content categories.
  2. Add hub pages for each category, like videos, design templates, or educational podcasts.
  3. Create individual pages for each piece of content (e.g., individual workout videos or specific templates).

Squarespace offers a variety of customizable templates to display your content exactly how you want.

squarespace content library

Step 3: Add a Paywall with MemberSpace

To monetize your content library, you’ll need to set up a paywall so that only paying members can access it. One of the best tools for this is MemberSpace. MemberSpace adds advanced membership features to your Squarespace site to help you generate more revenue, and it and allows you to lock specific content pages, so only those who subscribe can view your content.

With MemberSpace, you can decide which content is free and which is exclusive to paying members. This way, you can give potential subscribers a taste of your content while encouraging them to pay for full access.

Lock squarespace content library pages

Step 4: Set Your Pricing Model

Choosing the right pricing model for your content library is important. A common model for content libraries is a recurring payment plan. This allows your subscribers to pay on a monthly or annual basis (or however often you choose) for ongoing access to your resources. Here are some pricing models to consider:

  • Monthly subscription: A great option for content that you update regularly.
  • Annual subscription: Offer a discount for customers who commit to a year of access.
  • One-time payment: Ideal for static content libraries that won’t require frequent updates.

Make sure to consider your audience’s needs when choosing a pricing model.

Squarespace content library pricing

Step 5: Add a Sign-Up Link to Your Site

Once your pricing is set, you’ll need to make sure your sign-up process is clear and easy for potential members. This means adding a sign-up link to call-to-action buttons on your website. The easier it is for visitors to find and access your content library, the better your chances of converting them into paying members.

Here are some places to add your sign-up CTA:

  • On your homepage
  • In your website’s navigation menu
  • On multiple pages throughout your site
Fitness membership site signup

Keeping Your Content Library Fresh

After launching your content library, it’s important to continue adding new content and updating older material. This not only keeps your existing members engaged but also justifies a higher price over time as the library grows. Subscribers will appreciate fresh, high-quality content, which can lead to longer membership retention.

Here are a few ways to keep your content library fresh:

  • Regularly upload new resources, such as videos, templates, or guides
  • Update existing content to keep it relevant
  • Offer exclusive bonus materials to paying members

Final Thoughts

Selling a content library on Squarespace is a fantastic way to monetize your digital products and grow your online business. With the right tools and strategy, you can create a seamless experience for your audience while generating recurring revenue.

Remember, success comes down to three main things: creating high-quality content, organizing it well, and making it easy for people to pay for access. If you’re ready to turn your digital content into a profitable library, follow the steps outlined above to get started today.

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How Anne Craig Built a Thriving Fitness Website with Squarespace + MemberSpace https://www.memberspace.com/blog/squarespace-fitness-website/ Fri, 30 Aug 2024 20:09:32 +0000 https://www.memberspace.com/?p=6691

Turning a passion for fitness into a successful online business might seem challenging, but Anne from Anne Craig Fitness has proven it’s not only possible but also incredibly rewarding. In this post, we’ll take a closer look at how Anne built her thriving Squarespace fitness website, the strategies she used to grow her business, and how you can do the same.

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Table of Contents

Meet Anne Craig Fitness

Anne Craig is the entrepreneur and coach behind Anne Craig Fitness. She’s built a thriving online community where she offers a content library of daily workouts, eBooks on counting macros, and 1:1 coaching. Her mission? To help her clients “create a life that feels good on the inside.”

Building Her Fitness Website with Squarespace + MemberSpace

Anne’s website is more than just a digital storefront; it’s a complete fitness ecosystem. Using Squarespace, she designed a user-friendly website where clients can sign up for daily workout memberships. To add advanced membership features, she uses MemberSpace, which allows her to add a paywall to her site, offer tiered pricing plans, flexible signup options, Apple Pay, and more.

Squarespace fitness website anne craig

Growth Strategies

Since launching her membership site, Anne has seen significant growth in her business. She’s attracted hundreds of clients and built a loyal community. So, how did she do it? Here are four growth strategies that have helped her scale her fitness business

1. Free Trial

One key strategy that helped Anne grow her membership base was offering a free trial. This allowed potential clients to experience her workouts firsthand before committing to a paid membership—a low-risk way for them to see the value in her offerings, leading to higher conversion rates.

2. Multiple Pricing Plans for Flexibility

Anne also implemented multiple pricing plans to cater to different client needs. Her most affordable option is an annual membership, offering the best value. For those who aren’t ready to commit long-term, she provides quarterly and monthly plans as well. This flexibility helps attract a wide range of clients, ensuring there’s an option for everyone.

3. Building an Active Instagram Presence

Anne’s active presence on Instagram plays a huge role in her business’s success. With a large following, she regularly shares free content like workout tips, nutrition advice, and motivational posts. This not only builds trust with her audience but also drives traffic to her website, where followers can become paying members.

4. Engaging with a Free Monthly Newsletter

Anne’s free newsletter is another brilliant growth strategy. Each month, the Anne Craig Fitness team sends out a thoughtfully curated health and wellness newsletter, packed with fitness tips, nutrition advice, favorite products, and even recommended podcasts and playlists. This keeps her community engaged and ensures they’re the first to know about new products and programs.

Ready to Create Your Own Fitness Website?

Creating a membership site like Anne’s is actually pretty simple with the right tools. Here’s a quick breakdown of how you can set up your own in just a few steps:

  1. Add members-only content to pages on your website. This could be your workout videos, nutrition plans, 1:1 coaching calendar.
  2. Add an advanced membership software to your site with a tool like MemberSpace. This will add a paywall to your website so only paying clients can access your content, as well as give you access to additional revenue growth features. 
  3. Set Up Pricing: Set up your pricing model, whether it’s monthly, quarterly, or annual recurring payments.
  4. Add a Signup Link: Finally, add a signup link to your website’s CTA buttons. When someone clicks the link, they’ll be prompted to sign up and pay before accessing your content. It’s that simple!

Final Thoughts

If you have any questions about setting up your own fitness website on Squarespace, feel free to reach out to our team. And don’t forget to check out Anne Craig Fitness for some great inspiration on building a successful fitness business!

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How to Build a Private Squarespace Community, Forum, or Group https://www.memberspace.com/blog/squarespace-community-forum/ Thu, 21 Dec 2023 16:02:50 +0000 https://www.memberspace.com/?p=4701

Already invested in building your Squarespace site but looking to better monetize your audience in 2024? Creating a paid community allows you to strengthen connections with your followers while earning recurring income. By integrating with MemberSpace, you can create a thriving private community, group, or forum in just a few minutes!

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Why create a private community on Squarespace?

Building a private Squarespace membership site offers endless benefits including: 

  1. Stronger connections: A private community enables you to deepen the relationship you’ve already created with your audience and connect like-minded people by providing them with a space to interact, share ideas, and collaborate.
  2. Recurring income: By offering exclusive access, content, or features to your community members, you can introduce subscription tiers that generate consistent income.
  3. Monetize your existing following: Whether it’s social media, an email list, or podcast listeners, a private community allows you to offer more to your loyal following while also earning income from it. 
  4. Engagement: There are only so many ways your followers can engage with you on platforms like Facebook and Instagram. A private community can help you foster more active participation from your audience by giving them a platform tailored to their needs and interests.
  5. Feedback: Gain valuable insights and feedback directly from your most dedicated followers.
  6. More time to focus on growth: Squarespace’s seamless integration with MemberSpace makes membership management hassle-free, meaning you can focus on growing the following you already have instead of managing your memberships.

With all these benefits at your fingertips, there’s really no reason not to create a forum website on Squarespace. Let’s dive into how you can easily set this up.

Step 1: Pick a community platform

Since you may already have an audience on another platform (like a Facebook Group), it makes the most sense to keep and build your community there – then promote it and sell access to it on your Squarespace site (way easier than building everything on your site and convincing your followers to engage there, too!).

A few popular options:

  • Facebook Groups – Easily create a private Facebook Group only for members who pay to access it. This is the best option if you want a forum-like environment with two-way discussion!
  • Private Instagram Account – Make a separate Instagram account and set it to “private” so only approved members can follow it. Share exclusive content, polls, Q&As, and more there.
  • LinkedIn Group – Similar to a Facebook Group, you can make posts, share files, and facilitate discussions.

Once you determine the platform, install the MemberSpace plugin on your Squarespace website. This will be the tool you use to sell access to your community, group, or forum on your site. 

With MemberSpace, you can:

  • Easily and securely accept payments from community members
  • Manage subscribers
  • Gate access to community content
  • Email your community members
  • Add a member directory to your site
  • Customize everything to match your branding 
  • And more!

Step 2: Integrate your community platform

Now you need to integrate MemberSpace with your private community platform.

  1. First, make sure your external community platform is set to “private” so only members you approve can join.
  2. Next, create a landing page on your Squarespace site and add the link to join your private community there.
  3. Lastly, add the URL of your landing page to MemberSpace, which will password protect it and require people to create an account and pay to get access.
Private Facebook Group community Notion
Once you add a page URL to MemberSpace, it becomes protected from the public. If someone tries to visit the page, they will not be able to access it until they sign up and pay.

From there, you have two options for adding members to your private group:

  1. When new members sign up on your website and click on the private group link, have them request access, and you can approve them. 
  2. Directly invite members who purchase access.

Choose the option that is easiest based on your community platform. The key is that members get access only after signing up and paying through MemberSpace on your site.

✨ Community-building Tip: Protecting your private community with MemberSpace allows you to expand value (and grow your revenue!) with other content in the future — like a paid podcast, newsletter, content library or online course — all with one login for your customers.

Step 3: Create a paid subscription

Within MemberSpace, create a paid subscription plan for access to your private community, group, or forum. Set up the pricing and billing details:

  • Will it be a monthly or yearly recurring subscription?
  • One-time payment for lifetime access?
  • Will it be bundled with other offerings as part of a package deal?

Configure this based on what makes most sense for you and your business!

Paid community pricing

Step 4: Add the signup link to your website

To actually sell access to your private community, you need to showcase the offer and pricing on your public-facing Squarespace website.

Simply copy the unique signup link in MemberSpace and add it anywhere you promote the community – sales page, menu, header, popups, etc. This allows visitors to easily purchase access.

Paid community signup link
When a customer clicks on your signup link, they will be prompted to create an account and add their payment information.

Step 5: Promote your community

Once your community is set up, it’s time to spread the word! Here are several strategies to help you get started:

 

  1. Leverage your existing audience: Utilize your current followers on email lists, social media, YouTube videos, or podcasts to spread the word about your new community. Highlight the unique benefits and exclusive content they can access as members.
  2. Collaborate with influencers: Partner with influencers in your niche who can help amplify your message to a broader audience. This can generate buzz and lend credibility to your community.
  3. Create engaging content: Share valuable, free content related to your community’s niche. This could be blog posts, videos, or webinars that showcase your expertise and entice potential members to join for more in-depth discussions and content.
  4. Offer limited-time promotions: Create urgency by offering special deals or discounts on memberships for a limited period. This can encourage those on the fence to commit to joining.
  5. Utilize SEO tactics: Optimize your community’s website and content with pertinent keywords to improve search engine ranking, making it easier for interested individuals to find you.
  6. Engage in online forums and groups: Participate in relevant discussions on platforms like Reddit, Facebook groups, or specialized forums. Offer helpful advice and subtly mention your community as a resource for further engagement.

Remember, the key to sustaining growth is continuous interaction and providing ongoing value to your members.

 

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Can you create a community forum on Squarespace with Circle?

Absolutely! Circle is a platform that integrates with Squarespace to create a seamless, branded forum experience within your website.

If you need your private community to be hosted on your own website, you can integrate Circle and MemberSpace with Squarespace. This powerful combination allows you to create a fully customizable and branded community forum that easily integrates with your website — housing all of your member resources and perks in one place.

Here’s how to integrate your Squarespace Circle forum with MemberSpace:

  1. Build your Squarespace community landing page(s)
  2. Lock your page(s) with MemberSpace
  3. Set a price for it
  4. Integrate with Circle (Learn more about how to set up Circle community forums)

Community building tips

You’ve already worked to build a following that finds value in what you offer, so how do you turn them into paying customers? Simple. You engage them by offering various features and perks (like exclusive content or access to private forums), creating a sense of exclusivity and value.

Just look at how the digital agency Boss Project used MemberSpace and Squarespace to turn a layoff into a 7-figure, work-from-home business. If you aren’t sure where to start, take a look at how Abagail generates income through her coaching services and all-inclusive memberships.

Here are a few additional ideas on what you can offer with MemberSpace to build and grow your community:

  1. Offer a community newsletter: Keep your members informed and engaged with regular updates, exclusive content, and valuable insights.
Boss Project community newsletter signup form

2. Host a private podcast: Share exclusive, audio-only content with your community that they can listen to at their convenience.

3. Host live events: Facilitate engaging live experiences, including networking sessions, group coaching, zoom calls, and mastermind classes, to bring your community together in real-time.

4. Offer membership tiers: With MemberSpace’s membership levels feature, you can create different tiers of access and benefits for your community members based on their subscription level.

5. Private forums: Create private discussion boards for your members to connect and engage with one another in a safe space. This fosters a sense of community and encourages members to share their knowledge and experiences and can be a great feature to add to book club memberships, online courses, or health and wellness websites.

6. Set up social media groups: Extend the reach of your community by creating social media groups where members can interact and engage with each other outside of your website.

7. Exclusive content: Offer your community access to exclusive resources such as e-books, templates, and other digital content libraries that can add value to their membership.

 

Remember, creating an engaged community is what’s going to help your customers continue to find value in your Squarespace forum, community, or group and therefore continue to pay for it.

Frequently asked questions

How do I create a private Squarespace community?

To create a private membership website on Squarespace using MemberSpace, follow these steps.

  • Pick a community platform: think Facebook groups, private Instagram accounts, or LinkedIn groups
  • Integrate MemberSpace with your private community platform
  • Create a paid subscription
  • Add the signup link to your website

How do I add a forum to my Squarespace site?
Squarespace forums offer a great way to foster community engagement and discussion within your website. To add a forum to your Squarespace site using Circle and MemberSpace, follow these steps:

  1. Build your Squarespace community landing page(s)
  2. Lock your page(s) with MemberSpace
  3. Set a price for it
  4. Integrate with Circle

How much should I charge for access to my community?
When deciding how much to charge, a good starting point is to offer different tiers of access to cater to the different levels of engagement and value that your members might want. Here’s a quick snapshot of what other entrepreneurs are offering taken from MemberSpace’s recent State of Membership report:

  • One-time payments averaged $375.67, with a median price of $99.
  • Recurring payments averaged $226.05, with a median price of $49.

What benefits should I offer my community?
MemberSpace allows you to offer a variety of benefits to enhance your community and provide value to your members. Here are some ideas:

  1. Restrict access to premium content such as videos, articles, eBooks, and downloads
  2. Organize members-only events, webinars, and workshops to foster learning and interaction within your community
  3. Offer special discounts or deals on products, services, or any other offerings
  4. Create spaces where members can network, collaborate, and share information
  5. Give members early or exclusive access to new features, products, or content
  6. Offer priority support or additional consultation services to certain membership tiers
  7. Allow members to create profiles and be part of member directories
  8. MemberSpace allows you to set flexible billing cycles such as monthly, annually, or one-time payments

These features enable you to tailor the membership experience to meet the needs and preferences of your community. 

What is the difference between Squarespace Member Areas and MemberSpace?
Squarespace Member Areas and MemberSpace are both effective for managing memberships, but they differ in key ways.

Squarespace Member Areas is a built-in feature of Squarespace, offering seamless integration for creating exclusive sections accessible only to registered members. It includes password-protected pages, gated content, and exclusive products or services, but has limited customization compared to dedicated platforms.

MemberSpace makes it easy to convert any Squarespace website into a membership site by allowing you to add a paywall to any part of your website. With MemberSpace, you can protect your content library, online courses, community newsletter, videos, paid podcasts, and more.

Ultimately, the choice between Squarespace Member Areas and MemberSpace boils down to your needs: easy integration with Squarespace Member Areas or the extensive features and flexibility of MemberSpace.


Does Squarespace have a community feature?
Squarespace does not have a native community feature, but you can use third-party tools like Circle and MemberSpace.

Final Thoughts

Creating a paid, members-only community with your Squarespace website allows you to monetize your influence and gives your biggest supporters a closer connection with you. By integrating MemberSpace with an existing platform your audience is on, you make community access easier to manage. 

Start small then expand your offerings over time – private podcast episodes, member Q&As, courses, masterminds, and more. If you need any help getting set up, feel free to reach out to our support team or check out our guides on MemberSpace University

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How to Sell Digital Products on Squarespace – 5 Steps to Start Making Passive Income https://www.memberspace.com/blog/how-to-sell-digital-products-on-squarespace/ Tue, 19 Dec 2023 17:12:39 +0000 https://www.memberspace.com/?p=4681

Selling digital products like ebooks, online courses, or membership sites is a great way for creators and entrepreneurs to monetize their knowledge and make passive income. If you already have a Squarespace website, adding the ability to sell digital products is actually quite easy thanks to the right integrations and plugins. In this post, we’ll walk you through the step-by-step process of how to sell digital products on Squarespace! Let’s get started. 

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Step 1: Pick a plugin to manage payments

The first thing you need is a way to accept payments from customers on your Squarespace site. When picking a solution, you’ll want to make sure it’s secure, easy to use, offers flexibility in pricing models, and integrates with a reputable payment gateway.

MemberSpace is a Squarespace plugin that makes it simple to sell any kind of digital product on your website. There’s a built-in Stripe integration that allows you to easily accept credit card payments, Apple Pay and Google Pay, and you get instant payouts when someone purchases one of your digital products!

To get started, all you have to do is sign up for a free MemberSpace account and click the Connect your Stripe account button.

Sell digital product on Squarespace with Stripe
You can either use an existing Stripe account or easily create a new one.

✨ Inspiration: If you’re still figuring out exactly what you want to sell, check out these  23 Digital Products You Can Sell to Monetize Your Website Today for some ideas. 

Step 2: Create product pages on your website

The next thing you’ll need to do is create two kinds of pages on your Squarespace website:

  1. A sales page advertising your product. Make it exciting! Really sell the value and benefits of your digital product. 
  2. A private product page exclusively for customers where they can view/download their purchase. MemberSpace allows you to easily restrict pages like this.
Here’s some website inspiration from MemberSpace customers that sell digital products on their Squarespace sites!

Step 3: Protect your pages with MemberSpace

Now, take the URL for your private product page and add it to MemberSpace. This will put a paywall around it, so only customers who signup and pay are able to access the page. 

Sell digital product
Protect your digital product pages with MemberSpace, so only your paying customers can access them.

When someone goes to view your digital product page, they’ll see a pop-up requiring them to signup and fill out their payment information. 

Digital product purchase on Squarespace
All MemberSpace forms and popups are fully customizable, so you can match them to your branding.
Payment for squarespace digital products
This is the payment form customers will use when they go to purchase your digital products. They can use credit card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay.

Step 4: Set pricing for your products

A major benefit of MemberSpace is flexibility in how you charge customers. Digital products can be priced as:

  • One-time purchases – Great for individual digital downloads like ebooks
  • Subscriptions with recurring billing – Better for memberships, community access, book clubs, etc. 
  • Installment plans – Allows you to make high-cost items more affordable
  • Free – Ideal for lead magnets to entice subscribers (upsell them later!)

 

✨ Pricing Tip: Do some testing with each approach to determine what converts best. You can always change this later on!

Step 5: Start promoting your products

To drive traffic and sales, MemberSpace will provide you with a unique product link, which will take customers directly to pay for your product. You’ll want to add this link to your sales page, other spots on your website, and anywhere else you plan on sharing about your digital product. 

When you’re ready to start promoting, here are a few marketing ideas to get you started!

  • Email marketing – Send a series of emails to your current subscriber list announcing your new product. Consider offering exclusive discounts!
  • Social media posts – Come up with exciting posts describing your product for platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn (or wherever your target audience spends time!).
  • Bundle your products – If you’re selling multiple digital products, consider selling them together as a content library for a monthly fee.
  • Free sample/preview – Give away a free sample chapter, episode, tutorial, etc. to showcase the value of your product first. 
  • Webinars/workshops – Host an educational webinar focused on your area of expertise and provide the product as a call-to-action (optional: give a discount!).

Final Thoughts

Selling digital products on Squarespace opens up huge passive income potential for your online business. So whether you sell recipes, photography assets, business advice or anything else – now is the time to monetize your expertise! Let us know if you have any questions! We’ve got a super helpful support team and a collection of guides on how to launch and grow your business on MemberSpace University

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Squarespace for Podcasts – How to Start a Private Podcast in 5 Simple Steps https://www.memberspace.com/blog/squarespace-for-podcasts/ Tue, 19 Dec 2023 16:18:55 +0000 https://www.memberspace.com/?p=4680

Podcasts can bring huge value to an online business – building authority, sharing your message, and better engaging with your audience. But why put in the extra work to make a paid, private podcast on your Squarespace site? There are a few key reasons!

  • Share members-only content – A private podcast gives you a channel to deliver exclusive content just for paying members. This makes your subscribers feel valued and a part of an exclusive community!
  • Earn recurring revenue – A private podcast can generate monthly or yearly revenue from ongoing subscriptions. 
  • Improved subscriber engagement – Since subscribers pay to access your podcast, they tend to be much more invested and engaged versus casually listening to free content. 
In this post, we’ll cover exactly how to use Squarespace for private podcasts and start attracting subscribers!

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Step 1: Choose a podcasting platform

There isn’t a native podcasting feature on Squarespace, so you’ll need to set up a few tools to help you get started:

  • A podcasting tool of your choice, like Transistor or Castos
  • A MemberSpace account to manage your subscription, payments, and access to content
  • A Zapier account (this is how you will sync MemberSpace and your podcasting tool in order to handle payments, subscriptions, and permissions for your podcast)

✨ Podcast Tip: You can also host your podcast directly on your Squarespace website if you don’t want to use a third-party tool. Simply upload your audio files to MemberSpace and embed your episodes to a protected podcast page. 

Step 2: Create a podcast subscription with MemberSpace

Next, open up your new MemberSpace account and create a subscription plan. This will allow you to choose a price for your podcast episodes and determine how you plan to accept payments (a monthly or year fee, a one-time payment for lifetime access, etc.). 
 
Private podcast Squarespace MemberSpace
Creating a subscription plan for your private podcast allows you to choose how you will accept payments, whether that's recurring, one-time, or multiple payments - or free!

Step 3: Connect your podcast to MemberSpace using Zapier

Now, use your Zapier account to connect your podcasting tool and MemberSpace. This will allow the tools to communicate with each other and automatically stay up-to-date when someone subscribes or cancels from your podcast. 

You should create two Zaps so that:

  1. When a new subscriber signs up for your podcast, they get access to your private episodes.
  2. When a subscriber cancels, they lose access. 
Private squarespace podcast with Zapier
To create a new Zap, open up your account and click the orange Create Zap button.
Zapier MemberSpace for Squarespace podcast
Creating a trigger in Zapier to fire when a new subscriber signs up for your private podcast.

We recommend using Transistor or Castos for private podcasts and have step-by-step guides on how to integrate them with MemberSpace, but if you choose another tool, reach out to our support team, and we’ll help you get started!

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Step 4: Add the subscription link to your Squarespace site

Once you’ve created your subscription and connected your podcast to MemberSpace, it’s time to add the signup link to your Squarespace site! You can find it under Get Sign-up Link in Member Plans. 
 
We recommend creating a podcast sales page and adding the sign-up link there, as well as anywhere else you’d like to share about your podcast (your blog, social media, email campaigns, etc.).
Add a signup link to your Squarespace podcast
Add your sign-up link to a podcast sales page for new subscribers, or include it in your members-only content for an existing membership.

Step 5: Promote your podcast! 

Now on to the fun part – producing great episodes and getting the word out about your podcast! Here are some easy-to-implement marketing ideas:

  • Share snippets of podcast episodes on your social media channels. Let people get a small taste of what they will experience as paying members!
  • If your podcast is a part of a membership, feature it prominently on your membership sales pages.
  • Send emails to your current email list introducing the new, private podcast – they are already fans of your work!
  • Offer the first episode or two for free before gating the rest, then promote those on all your channels
  • Run simple boosted social media posts targeted to your existing audience and followers – an easy way to spend a little promoting to warm leads.

Final Thoughts

Whether you want to create a private podcast on its own or add it to an existing membership, doing so is simple with the help of MemberSpace! You can embed your audio files directly on your website, or use your favorite third-party podcasting tool to host your episodes. If you need any help setting things up, don’t hesitate to reach out to our team. We also have tons of helpful resources on  MemberSpace University, your one-stop hub full of step-by-step guides, educational videos, technical tips and tricks, and more.

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How to Sell Courses on Squarespace – The Top Plugin to Launch a Profitable Online Course https://www.memberspace.com/blog/sell-courses-on-squarespace/ Fri, 15 Dec 2023 17:11:46 +0000 https://www.memberspace.com/?p=4672

If you already have a Squarespace website, did you know you can use it to sell your own online courses? No need for a separate teaching platform!

Hosting courses directly on your site keeps everything conveniently in one place tailored to your brand – your blog, membership offerings, newsletter, or whatever else you provide your online community. In this post, we’ll walk through exactly how to set up and sell a course on your Squarespace site. Let’s get started. 

Sell courses on your Squarespace website!

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Step 1: Pick a Squarespace course plugin

While Squarespace has some basic functionality for selling online courses, using a plugin like MemberSpace allows for greater flexibility and more features to monetize your website, including:

  • Flexibility of billing options
  • Content access options 
  • Revenue recovery features 
  • Design flexibility – Design the course experience however you’d like, not restricted to Squarespace’s course format
  • Sell access to courses bundled with other digital products (like courses and podcasts) and memberships
  • VIP support

MemberSpace integrates seamlessly with Squarespace, so you can keep your website design while getting more monetization and membership capabilities. 

Step 2: Outline your lessons and course content

First, choose your course topic based on your area of expertise and what you want to teach. Examples: Photography basics, beginner piano, yoga and mindfulness, etc.

Next, break your bigger topic down into smaller chunks that will become your individual lessons. For example, if your course is on baking:

  • Introduction to bread basics
  • Easy no-knead recipes
  • Tools, ingredients and staple recipes
  • Flaky pie crust from scratch
  • Decorating desserts like a pro
  • Gluten-free baking alternatives

Separate your knowledge into 5-8 main subsections or lessons. This makes the information more organized and digestible for your students as they progress from start to finish. Then, consider including supplementary materials like cheat sheets, workbooks, or shopping lists in your lessons as well. 

✨ Course Tip: It’s tempting to cram everything in right away! But go slow, even the basics you take for granted can be eye-opening revelations for some students.

Step 3: Create your course pages on your website

Now that your course topic and lessons are planned, it’s time to create web pages on your Squarespace site to house all of the educational content. This will include:

  • A sales page to advertise your course
  • Individual pages for each lesson (these will be password protected in the next step)
  • Any additional resource pages like downloads or assessments
For some inspiration, check out these MemberSpace customers who have created online courses on their Squarespace websites!

✨ Business Tip: Make your sales page exciting and benefit-focused to convert visitors into paying students!

Step 4: Protect your course pages with MemberSpace

Once all of your content is created, it’s time to restrict access to your course pages.

MemberSpace allows you to easily password protect any URL on your website, so anyone that tries to access your exclusive course content will be prompted to sign up for an account and purchase access before they can begin the lessons. 

Online course signup with MemberSpace
You can customize this pop-up in the MemberSpace Look & Feel editor to match your website's branding.
Payment for squarespace digital products
Once a customer fills out the signup form, they will see this payment form that allows them to add credit card information or use Apple Pay or Google Pay to complete their purchase.

Step 5: Set up pricing for your course

MemberSpace also makes it easy to set up flexible pricing for your online course. You can charge one-time or recurring payments, offer free trials, create payment plans, and more.

Some popular course payment models include:

  • One-time payment for lifetime access
  • Monthly subscription with ongoing content updates
  • Free intro course to capture leads
  • Payment plan broken into 3-4 installments
Create Squarespace course
If you have other digital products in addition to your online course, MemberSpace allows you to accept payments differently for each one.

Step 6: Sell and promote your course!

Once all the backend work of creating your course content, protecting your pages, and setting up pricing is done, it’s time for the fun part – getting students enrolled! Simply take the signup link from your MemberSpace account and add it to your sales page, as well as anywhere else you’d like, such as your blog, newsletter, or social media. 

Here are additional ideas to promote your new online course:

  • Announcing the course to your current email list
  • Running ads targeting your niche audience
  • Reaching out to relevant bloggers or partners for collaborations
  • Promoting the launch through social media and organic content

Final Thoughts

Selling online courses on your Squarespace website is easy with the right platform. MemberSpace equips you with all the tools you need – from flexible payment options to password protected course pages, and more. With your course content outlined and pages designed, you’re ready to get started monetizing your knowledge and expertise.

Sign up for a free MemberSpace account to get access to our full suite of membership site features. Also check out MemberSpace University for more tutorials, inspiration, and tips on growing a profitable membership site!

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How to Launch a Paid Newsletter on Your Squarespace Site https://www.memberspace.com/blog/squarespace-newsletter/ Fri, 15 Dec 2023 16:59:11 +0000 https://www.memberspace.com/?p=4665

If you’re a creator or small business owner using Squarespace to run your website, then launching a paid newsletter is the perfect way to keep in touch with your customers or subscribers, promote what you do, and earn recurring revenue.


But if you’re feeling overwhelmed by figuring out how to create a newsletter in Squarespace on your own – and convincing people to pay you for your subscription – don’t worry! In this blog post, we’ll explore how easy creating a newsletter on your Squarespace site is. We’ll also discuss everything from choosing the right newsletter tool to marketing your newsletter, so let’s get started!

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How do you set up a newsletter on your website in Squarespace?

Step 1: Pick a Squarespace newsletter tool

The first step in creating a newsletter on your Squarespace site is to choose a third-party tool. While Squarespace offers a native newsletter function, using a tool like MemberSpace provides more flexibility and allows you to monetize multiple digital products in one space. 

 

MemberSpace has a direct integration with Squarespace, enabling business owners and creators to easily launch and grow their newsletters, memberships, online communities, and other digital products like podcasts and courses in just a few steps.

 

Key features:

 

  • 100% customizable newsletter signup forms
  • Simple, easy-to-use email editor
  • Integrations with third-party email marketing tools
  • Securely accept payments via credit card, Apple Pay or Google Pay
  • Subscriber management
  • Unlimited subscribers
  • Abandoned signups
  • Secure and compliant
  • Instant payouts
  • VIP support
  • Much more!

To install MemberSpace, simply sign up for an account for free and add the snippet of code to your Squarespace website. The process takes just five minutes. 

Step 2: Add your newsletter content to your website

Now that you’ve set up MemberSpace, it’s time to add your newsletter content to your Squarespace site. The best way to do this is by setting it up in the same way you would set up a blog.

  1. Create a new page: Go to your Squarespace dashboard and create a new page for your newsletters. Design this hub page to include a brief preview of your newsletters.
  2. Add a new post: Click the “Add Blog Post” button. Write your first newsletter as if it were a blog post. Use engaging headlines and include your content.
  3. Publish: Once you’re happy with your newsletter, hit the “Publish” button. This will make your newsletter live on your website.
  4. Repeat steps 2-3 for each newsletter you publish.

✨ Newsletter Tip: If you’d rather send the full newsletter directly to your subscribers, you can use MemberSpace’s “Member Messages” feature. This allows you to send emails containing the complete newsletter straight to your audience.

Step 3: Lock your newsletter content

To lock your newsletter content, follow these simple steps:

  1. Go to MemberSpace: Log in and head to the MemberSpace dashboard.
  2. Add a new product: Click on “Add Product” and select “Newsletter.”
  3. Lock your pages: When prompted, enter the URL for your newsletter section, e.g., `yourwebsite.com/newsletter/label` (you can use either the name of each newsletter or a general label like “newsletter 1”).
  4. Bulk add pages: To protect multiple pages, simply use the URL format `yourwebsite.com/newsletter/*` (note the *). This will bulk lock any pages that come after `/newsletter/`. (Learn how to find a URL in Squarespace)

That’s it! Now your newsletter content is securely locked and accessible only to your subscribers.

 

Lock any page on your website, so subscribers have to sign up and pay to get access to your newsletter content.

Step 4: Set a price for your newsletter

Paid newsletters often use a recurring payment model, but you can choose to accept payments however you’d like. Follow these steps:

  1. Set the subscription price
  2. Decide how often you want subscribers to be charged (e.g., monthly, yearly)
  3. Choose the date or schedule for when you want the charges to occur
Create squarespace newsletter
When you create a newsletter, MemberSpace allows you to accept recurring, one-time, or multiple payments. You can create a free newsletter, too!

✨ Newsletter Tip: With MemberSpace, you can set the price and billing frequency (e.g., $10/month) for your newsletter subscription plan, as well as customize additional features like trial periods and expiration dates.

Step 5: Add a signup link for your newsletter

After creating your Squarespace newsletter subscription in MemberSpace, you’ll need to add the sign-up link to your website so visitors can join your list. Follow these steps:

  1. Once your pricing plan is set up, go to the Pricing“member plans” tab
  2. Click the “Get Sign-up Link” button to copy the unique signup link
  3. Add this link to call-to-action buttons on your website

 

Squarespace newsletter signup link
After you create your newsletter subscription, click the "Get Sign-up Link" button. Clicking this link will open a sign-up form for customers to use.

When visitors click the link, they will fill out your newsletter signup form and purchase access (or sign up for free if you’re offering a free version of your newsletter).

MemberSpace signup
The signup form can be customized in MemberSpace's Look & Feel Editor to match your website's branding.
Squarespace newsletter payment form
If you're charging for your newsletter, this is the payment form your customers will see once they fill out the signup form.

Step 6: Notify subscribers when your newsletter is launched

With MemberSpace, you have two main ways to distribute your newsletter content to subscribers:

Option 1: Notify subscribers when a newsletter is launched on your site

If you choose to host your newsletters on your Squarespace website, you’ll need to schedule and send out an email notifying subscribers whenever a new newsletter is published and include a link to your latest edition. 

Option 2: Send your newsletter out via email

If you choose to use MemberSpace’s built-in email tool, Member Messages, you’ll be able to create and send newsletters directly from your MemberSpace dashboard. Alternatively, when emailing a newsletter, you can use a third-party tool like Mailchimp or ConvertKit and integrate it with MemberSpace using Zapier.

The best Squarespace templates

While Squarespace doesn’t offer templates specifically for newsletters, creating your newsletter like a blog lets us explore some of the best free Squarespace blog templates instead! Here are our top picks:

  1. Paloma: This template allows you to prominently showcase a few of your newsletters directly on the hub page. Doing this can be a powerful way to convert users to subscribers by enticing them with a sample of your content. 
  2. Almar: The initial section on this template allows you to quickly convey what your newsletter offers with the subsequent sections providing text areas to give an overview of what’s included in your newsletter subscription.
  3. Clarkson: For those who need a little more space to talk about their products, this template has a clean and elegant layout that’s perfect for showcasing what makes your newsletter stand out. 

Whichever template you choose, ensure it aligns with the overall aesthetic and goals of your newsletter. Remember, this site is going to be the first impression for potential subscribers, so make sure it’s visually appealing and easy to navigate.

Squarespace newsletter pricing: What to charge for your subscription

When figuring out how much to charge for your Squarespace newsletter, think about the value you’re offering. Typically, people charge between $5 and $15 per month, which is fair for newsletters that provide consistent, high-quality content.

If you want to charge more, consider how you can add value to what you’re offering. For example, you could send your newsletter more often, moving it from monthly to weekly. Or, you could also offer access to a private community, exclusive perks like special content, early product access, or live Q&A sessions.

No matter how deep you want your offerings to go, you’ll want to make sure your price reflects what you’re providing so subscribers feel it’s worth it.

Setting up a Squarespace newsletter signup page

Once you’ve set up your newsletter on your site, creating a captivating sign-up page for your Squarespace newsletter is essential to attract subscribers. Here are some tips to get you started:

  1. Showcase your value: Highlight what your newsletter is all about and why people should subscribe. Offer a sneak peek into the kind of content they can expect, whether it’s in-depth articles, curated recommendations, or special insights.
  2. List out pricing and tiers: If you have multiple subscription tiers, clearly display the differences in each one and what subscribers can expect to receive for each price point.
  3. Entice potential subscribers by listing the perks of subscribing: This could be access to a private community, weekly or daily newsletters packed with valuable content, exclusive discounts, special offers, or access to a private podcast series.
  4. Use social proof: People are more likely to trust and follow the crowd. If you have a large number of subscribers, display that number prominently on your sign-up page to show social proof and increase credibility.
  5. Add a clear Call to Action (CTA) button: You can use engaging language like “Join Now” or “Subscribe Today”. Be sure that your button is linked to the direct sign-up link you got from MemberSpace.

Don’t forget to regularly update and refresh your sign-up page to keep attracting new subscribers. It’s also beneficial to review and optimize your page at least every quarter to improve conversion rates (the percentage of site visitors who subscribe to your newsletter).

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

Does Squarespace have a newsletter option?

Yes, Squarespace offers built-in tools for creating and managing newsletters through its Email Campaigns feature. However, a third-party tool like MemberSpace offers greater flexibility, enabling you to generate revenue from multiple digital products within a single platform.

How to create a newsletter in Squarespace?

To create a newsletter in Squarespace, you can use its built-in features or opt for MemberSpace, which is known as one of the best software options for creating newsletters. This allows you to design visually appealing emails, manage subscriber lists, and track engagement all within the platform.

How to add a newsletter sign-up to Squarespace?

To add a newsletter sign-up to Squarespace, you can use Squarespace’s built-in form blocks or integrate with third-party services like Mailchimp or MemberSpace. These options allow you to customize your sign-up forms and manage subscriber lists effectively.

How do I sell my newsletter?

To sell your newsletter, you can use platforms like MemberSpace to create subscription plans with payment options. Promote your newsletter through your website, social media, and email lists, directing interested users to sign up and pay for access to your content.

How do I price my newsletter?

When pricing your newsletter, think about what your content offers, what your audience might pay, and what others charge. Look at similar newsletters for ideas, and try different prices to see what works best for getting subscribers and making money.

What is the best Squarespace newsletter template?

The best Squarespace newsletter template depends on your specific needs and style preferences. Squarespace offers a variety of blog templates with different layouts and design elements tailored for newsletters. Explore options like Brine or Bedford, which are popular for their flexibility and customization features suited for newsletters.

Final Thoughts

Starting a newsletter on your Squarespace website is an excellent way to monetize your content and grow your business. By choosing the right newsletter plugin and creating valuable content for your subscribers, you can continue to grow your subscription and generate revenue for years to come! 
 
To learn more about using MemberSpace to launch and sell your digital products on Squarespace, check out MemberSpace University or reach out to our support team. 
 

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