Can I Make a Hidden Page on Squarespace?

Yes, you can create a hidden page on Squarespace, and there are several methods you can use depending on your specific needs. Below are detailed steps and considerations for hiding a page in Squarespace:

Method 1: Using the "Not Linked" Section

Squarespace provides a feature that allows you to create pages that are not linked to your main navigation. These pages can still be accessed directly via their URL but won't appear in your site's navigation menu.

Steps:

1. Log in to your Squarespace account and select the website where you want to create the hidden page.
2. Navigate to the Pages panel by clicking on "Pages" in the main menu on the left-hand side.
3. Locate the "Not Linked" section at the bottom of the Pages panel. This section is specifically designed for pages you don't want to appear in your navigation.
4. Click the "+" button next to the "Not Linked" section.
5. Choose the type of page you want to create, such as a standard page, blog, gallery, etc.
6. Name your page and add content as you normally would.

Considerations:

• Users will need the direct URL to access this page since it's not in the main navigation.
• The page is still publicly accessible if someone knows the URL or finds it through a search engine.

Method 2: Password Protect the Page

Another method is to password-protect the page. This ensures that only users with the password can access it.

Steps:

1. Create the page as described in the steps above, placing it under the "Not Linked" section for added obscurity.
2. Go to the page settings by hovering over the page and clicking the settings (gear) icon.
3. Navigate to the “Password” tab in the page settings.
4. Enter a password that users will need to access the page.
5. Save your changes.

Considerations:

• This method adds an extra layer of security since only users with the password can view the page.
• Ensure you communicate the password securely to those who need access.

Method 3: Using Code Injection for Advanced Hiding

If you are comfortable with code, you can use CSS to hide certain pages from the navigation and other areas of your site. This method requires a bit more technical know-how.

Steps:

1. Identify the unique identifier for the page you want to hide. You can usually find this by inspecting the page using your browser's developer tools.
2. Navigate to “Design” in the main menu, then click on “Custom CSS”.
3. Add CSS code to hide the page. For example:

```css

page-id {

display: none; } ```

Replace #page-id with the actual identifier of the page.

1. Save your changes.

Considerations:

• This method is more advanced and requires some knowledge of HTML and CSS.
• Unlike the "Not Linked" section or password protection, this method only hides the page visually but does not provide security.

Method 4: Setting the Page as Draft

If the page is still under construction and you don't want anyone to see it, you can set the page as a draft.

Steps:

1. Create the page in the “Not Linked” section.
2. Go to the page settings by clicking the settings (gear) icon.
3. Toggle the page status to Draft.
4. Save your changes.

Considerations:

• Only site admins and contributors can see draft pages.
• Draft pages won't be accessible to the public until they are published.

Final Considerations

• SEO Impact: If your hidden page is not intended to be found by search engines, ensure you set its SEO settings accordingly. Go to the page settings, click “SEO,” and adjust settings to prevent indexing.
• Purpose and Needs: Choose the method that best suits your needs, whether it's for a members-only page, a special promotion, or content that should only be accessible to certain viewers.

By following these methods, you can successfully create and manage hidden pages on your Squarespace site to suit various purposes.