How to Delete or Restore Pages and Blog Posts in Squarespace
TL;DR:
- Squarespace stores deleted pages and posts for 30 days, making recovery possible
- Deleting content is irreversible after 30 days unless it's restored or saved elsewhere
- You can manage deletions via the Pages panel on both computer and the Squarespace app
- Redirects can be set up to avoid "404 not found" errors for deleted URLs
Deleting Pages and Blog Posts
Method 1: Using the Pages Panel
On a Computer:
- Open the Pages panel
- Hover over the page or post you want to delete and click the trash can icon
- Confirm by clicking 'Confirm'
On the Squarespace App (Version 7.1):
- Tap 'More', then 'Pages'
- Select the page or post, tap the trash can icon, then confirm
Version 7.0:
- Swipe left on the title and tap 'Delete'
- Confirm by tapping 'OK'
Method 2: Through Page Settings
On a Computer:
- Access the Pages panel
- Hover and click the settings icon next to the page or post
- Scroll to 'Delete Page', click it, and then confirm
On the Squarespace App (Version 7.1):
- Go to Pages via 'More'
- Tap on the specific page, navigate to 'General', and select 'Delete Page'
Managing Deleted Content
After deletion, your content moves to 'Deleted Pages' or 'Deleted Posts', accessible at the bottom of the Pages panel. Here's how to permanently remove or restore these:
To Empty the Trash/Recycle Bin:
- In the Pages panel, select 'Deleted Pages' or 'Deleted Posts'
- Click 'Empty Trash' or 'Empty Recycle Bin' and confirm
Note: On the Squarespace app, emptying the blog page recycle bin may not be supported. Use a computer to manage blog deletions.
Setting Up Redirects
To prevent visitors from landing on a "404 Page Not Found":
- After deleting a page or post, go to URL Mappings in your settings
- Create a redirect from the old URL to a new page or an existing page, ensuring a seamless user experience
FAQs
Can I restore a deleted page or blog post in Squarespace?
Yes, if within 30 days. You can restore them from the 'Deleted Pages' or 'Deleted Posts' sections.
What happens to the content when I delete a page in Squarespace?
All content on the page is removed and moved to 'Deleted Pages' unless recovered or permanently deleted after 30 days.
How can I permanently delete a page or post in Squarespace before the 30-day grace period ends?
Empty the trash can or recycle bin in the Pages panel to permanently remove content before the 30-day period is up.
Jargon Buster
Deleted Pages/Posts: Sections in Squarespace where deleted content is temporarily stored.
URL Redirect: Method to reroute traffic from one web address to another, useful in maintaining user experience post-deletion.
Wrap-up
If you're looking to tidy up your Squarespace site by deleting unused pages or posts, this guide should help you do so safely and efficiently. Remember, you have a 30-day period to restore mistakenly deleted content, but setting up redirects can help mitigate any user disruption.
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