How to Export Squarespace Products to CSV
TL;DR:
- Export up to 10,000 Squarespace products to a CSV file for backup or migration
- Only physical and service products export – downloads and reviews don't transfer
- Each product variant counts as a separate item towards your 10,000 limit
- CSV format works with third-party services but may need customization
- Product images export as titles only – alt text gets lost in the process
Exporting your Squarespace products to a CSV file gives you flexibility to migrate products, update inventory in bulk, or keep detailed records outside your site.
Starting Your Export
Head to your Products panel in the Commerce section of your site. You've got two options here:
For all products: Click 'Export all' to grab everything in one go.
For specific products: Select the ones you want, then click 'Export selected'.
The export generates a CSV file that looks similar to Squarespace's import format, with an extra 'pages' column that you can ignore during re-import.
What Gets Exported (and What Doesn't)
Your export will include physical and service products with up to three variant options per product. Product metadata comes along for the ride, but there are some notable gaps:
Missing from exports:
- Download products
- Customer reviews
- Image alt text
- Featured and variant images (though image titles survive)
Variant limits: You can export up to three variant options per product. If you've got products with colour, size, and material options, you're covered.
Working with the 10,000 Product Limit
Squarespace caps exports at 10,000 products, but here's the catch – each variant counts as a separate product. So if you've got a t-shirt in 5 colours and 4 sizes, that's 20 products towards your limit.
This usually isn't a problem for most stores, but it's worth checking your variant count if you're running a large catalogue.
Re-importing to Squarespace
The exported CSV works for re-importing to the same site or a different Squarespace site. Version differences matter here:
Squarespace 7.1: Handles up to 10,000 products per import
Squarespace 7.0: Limited to 200 products per page
Both versions support up to 100 variants per product during import.
Third-Party Service Integration
Most third-party services accept Squarespace's CSV format, but you might need to adjust column headers or data formatting. Download a sample import file from Squarespace first to see the exact structure you're working with.
Print-on-Demand Considerations
If you're using print-on-demand services, the export won't carry over your fulfillment connections. You'll need to reconnect these services after importing to your new site.
FAQs
Can I export download products?
No, Squarespace doesn't include digital downloads in product exports.
What if I need a different CSV format?
You can edit the exported CSV file to match third-party service requirements. Most spreadsheet programs handle this easily.
Is there a limit on how many times I can export?
No export limits, but each export is a snapshot of your products at that moment. Changes to your store won't update previous exports.
Do product images transfer with the export?
Image titles export, but the actual images and alt text don't. You'll need to re-upload images when importing elsewhere.
Jargon Buster
CSV: Comma-separated values file format that stores data in rows and columns, readable by spreadsheet programs and databases.
Variant options: Different versions of the same product, like size, colour, or material choices.
Fulfillment service: Third-party companies that handle inventory storage, packaging, and shipping for online stores.
Wrap-up
Product exports give you control over your Squarespace inventory data, whether you're migrating to another platform, updating products in bulk, or keeping offline records. The process works well for most product types, though the exclusion of downloads and images means you'll need to plan for these gaps in your workflow.
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