How Do I Delete a Page in Squarespace?

Deleting a page in Squarespace is a relatively straightforward process, but it's important to understand the steps involved to ensure it is done correctly. Here’s a comprehensive guide that will walk you through the process:

Steps to Delete a Page in Squarespace

1. Log into Your Squarespace Account:

2. Visit the Squarespace website and log in with your credentials.

3. Select the Website:

4. If you have multiple websites associated with your account, choose the site where the page you wish to delete is located.

5. Access the Pages Panel:

6. From your site's dashboard, navigate to the left sidebar and click on "Pages." This will bring up the Pages panel, showing all the pages on your website.

7. Locate the Page to Be Deleted:

8. Browse through the list of pages in the "Main Navigation," "Not Linked," "Footer Navigation," or any other sections you have. Identify the page you want to delete.

9. Delete the Page:

10. Hover over the page name to reveal more options.
11. Click on the gear icon (Settings) next to the page name to open the Page Settings.
12. At the bottom of the Page Settings window, you will see a "Delete" button.
13. Click "Delete," and a confirmation prompt will appear asking if you're sure you want to delete the page.

14. Confirm the deletion by clicking "Delete" again.

15. Verify Deletion:

16. Go back to the Pages panel to ensure the page has been removed.

Considerations and Limitations

• Backup Information:

• Before deleting a page, consider saving a copy of the content elsewhere if you might need it in the future. You can copy and paste the content into a document file or export the page.

• SEO Impact:

• Deleting a page can affect your SEO if it was attracting traffic. Assess whether the page has backlinks or is indexed by search engines. You might need to set up a 301 redirect to another relevant page to retain your SEO value.

• Template Restrictions:

• Some older Squarespace templates might have slightly different steps or limitations. Always refer to the help documentation specific to your template version if you encounter issues.

• Deleted Content Is Permanent:

• Once a page is deleted, it’s gone for good. Squarespace does not provide a trash bin feature for recovering deleted pages.

• System Pages:

• Certain system pages, such as the "404 Not Found" page, cannot be deleted. If you wish to customize or hide them, you'll need to modify their settings rather than delete them.

Helpful Tips

• Review Your Navigation:

• After deleting a page, review your site's navigation to ensure there are no broken links or missing buttons in your menus.

• Use Unlinked Pages:

• If you’re unsure about completely removing a page but do not want it visible to site visitors, consider moving it to the "Not Linked" section. This way, you can keep the content without showing it in the navigation.

If you follow these steps and considerations, you should be able to efficiently delete a page in Squarespace without any hitches. Always double-check the page you're deleting and ensure it’s the correct one to avoid any unintended content loss.