How to Edit and Manage Products in Squarespace
TL;DR:
- Edit product details like images, names, and prices directly from your Squarespace store backend or app
- Access the full range of editing tools on desktop, with limited options available on mobile
- Permanently delete or temporarily hide products to manage your store's offerings
- Schedule product visibility and edit multiple products at once using bulk editing
Managing your Squarespace store means keeping your products up to date. Here's how to edit, hide, delete, and schedule your products using both desktop and mobile.
Finding and Editing a Product
On a Computer:
- Go to the Pages panel and select your store page
- Click on a product to open the product editor
- Make your changes and click 'Save'
Using the Squarespace App:
- Open the app and tap 'Commerce', then 'Products'
- Select a product to edit images, prices, or stock levels
- Save changes by tapping the check mark
If you have lots of products, use the search feature in the Products panel to find what you need quickly.
Adding and Managing Product Images
On Desktop:
- Drag images to rearrange them or use the options icon (…) to edit or delete
- To add new images, click the '+' icon and follow prompts to upload or capture new images
On Mobile:
- Swipe through existing images or tap the '+' to add new images from your device storage or camera
- Android users can reorder existing images but cannot delete directly from the app
Your device's privacy settings might need adjusting to allow camera or gallery access.
Deleting or Hiding Products
To Delete a Product:
- From the product editor on any platform, use the trash icon to permanently remove a product
- Deleted products cannot be recovered and URLs cannot be reused
To Hide a Product:
- Change the product's visibility from Public to Hidden in the product editor to unlist without deleting
- To relist, simply switch the visibility back to Public
Hiding works well for seasonal items you plan to bring back later.
Scheduling and Bulk Editing
Scheduling Product Visibility:
- Set products to publish on a future date by selecting 'Scheduled' in the visibility settings and choosing the date and time
Bulk Editing:
- Use the Products & Services panel to edit details for multiple products at once
- For large scale edits, export your product data as a CSV file, make changes, then re-import it
Regular updates to inventory and pricing keep your store current and responsive to customer needs.
FAQs
Can I edit all product details on the Squarespace app?
No, the app provides limited editing capabilities compared to the desktop version. For full functionality, use a computer.
What happens if I accidentally delete a product?
Deleted products cannot be restored, so use the deletion function with caution. Consider hiding products as an alternative.
Can I schedule a product release in advance?
Yes, both desktop and mobile platforms support scheduling products to go live at a predetermined time.
Jargon Buster
CSV File: A text file that uses commas to separate values, often used for transferring data between different applications.
URL Slug: The part of the URL that explains the page's content in a readable format, important for SEO.
Visibility Settings: Options within your store's backend where you can set products as public, hidden, or scheduled for release.
Wrap-up
Editing and managing your product listings on Squarespace helps streamline your online business operations. Whether you're using desktop or mobile, Squarespace provides tools for quick edits and detailed modifications. Always save your changes and regularly review product visibility settings to align with your business strategy.
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