An updated blog article with more thorough instructions may be found here:
The Challenge of Copying Squarespace Pages
Copying Squarespace pages can be an extremely time-consuming process, especially when dealing with multiple pages or collections. The traditional approach requires manually recreating each page, copying text content, re-uploading images, and reformatting blocks and layouts from scratch[1].
Using the Squarespace Extension Tool
The Squarespace Extension Tool offers a quick solution to copy pages instantly between Squarespace sites. This tool works with both version 7.0 and 7.1, including the new Fluid Engine[1].
Detailed Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Installation and Setup
- Install the Squarespace Chrome Extension Tool from the Chrome Web Store
- Create an account or sign in using your email
- Click the Enable Extension button in the toolbar[1]
2. Copying Process
- Navigate to the source page you want to copy
- Click the Extension Tool icon in your browser
- Select "Get Collection Data" to capture the page content
- Switch to your destination site
- Click "Create From Data" to import the copied content[1]
Capabilities and Limitations
What You Can Copy:
- Individual pages with formatting
Page styles and layouts
Text content and images
Product pages
Individual blog posts
Section layouts [1]
What You Cannot Copy:
Complete blog collections at once
Certain dynamic elements
- Custom code elements [1]
Version Comparison
| Feature | LITE Version | PRO Version |
| Page Copying | Yes | Yes |
| Collection Filtering | No | Yes |
| Custom Tables | No | Yes |
| Map Plugins | No | Yes |
| Expanded UI | No | Yes |[1]
Fluid Engine Compatibility
The Squarespace Extension Tool is fully compatible with Fluid Engine as of version 1.0.90, allowing you to copy modern Squarespace layouts without compatibility issues [1].
Tips for Successful Copying
Always verify the copied content after import
Check image quality and placement
Review formatting on both desktop and mobile views
Test all interactive elements after copying
Make necessary adjustments to maintain design consistency
Citations:
[1] https://www.squarewebsites.org/blog/use-extension-tool-to-copy-squarespace-pages
[2] https://forum.squarespace.com/topic/239428-transfer-pages-from-one-squarespace-site-to-another/
[3] https://www.stylefactoryproductions.com/blog/squarespace-review
[4] https://www.tooltester.com/en/reviews/squarespace-review/
[5] https://forum.squarespace.com/topic/211619-copypaste-full-website-help/
[6] https://www.websitebuilderexpert.com/website-builders/squarespace-review/