Can I Share My Squarespace Trial Site?

Yes, you can share your Squarespace trial site with others, even before you decide to upgrade to a paid plan. Here's how you can effectively share your trial site and some important considerations to keep in mind:

Steps to Share Your Squarespace Trial Site

1. Preview Mode:
2. Access Preview: Log in to your Squarespace account and go to your trial site. On the site manager, click on the "eye icon" to enter Preview Mode.

3. Copy URL: While in Preview Mode, copy the URL from the browser’s address bar. This URL can be shared with others, and it allows them to view the site as if it were live.

4. Site Password:

5. Set a Password:
   • Navigate to the "Settings" panel in your Squarespace site manager.
   • Select "Site Availability" and then choose "Password Protected."
   • Set a password that you will share with your viewers.
6. Share URL and Password: Provide your audience with both the preview URL and the password to access your site.

Considerations:

1. Temporary Nature:

2. Remember that a trial site on Squarespace typically lasts for 14 days. Make sure to inform your viewers about the temporary nature of the access. You can extend the trial by contacting Squarespace support, if necessary.

3. Functionality Limitations:

4. Some features and content might not be fully functional during the trial period. Ensure viewers are aware that certain aspects might not be finalized or fully operational.

5. Feedback:

6. Use this sharing opportunity to gather feedback. Ask viewers to provide constructive criticism on design, content, navigation, and overall user experience. This can be valuable before making your site live.

7. Customization and Content:

8. Since it is a trial, you might still be in the process of customizing and perfecting your content. Make sure your audience understands that the site is a work in progress.

9. Security:

10. Be mindful when sharing your trial URL and password. Only share with trusted individuals to avoid unintended access or misuse.

Practical Tips:

• Create a Checklist: Ensure all essential elements, such as navigation links, contact forms, and major content sections, are at least partially complete. This helps attendees get a comprehensive view of what your site will offer.
• Track Feedback: Consider creating a document to organize feedback from different viewers. This makes it easier to implement suggestions or identify common issues that need addressing.

Conclusion

Sharing your Squarespace trial site can be an excellent way to gather useful feedback before going live. Just follow the steps to enter and share the preview mode, set up password protection if needed, and be clear about the site’s temporary and developmental status. This can help improve your site's launch success while still in the trial phase.