Finding Your Squarespace RSS Feed URL Made Easy

How to Find Your Squarespace RSS Feed URL

TL;DR:

• Your RSS feed URL follows this pattern: your website address + page slug + "?format=rss"
• Built-in domains (yoursite.squarespace.com) are more reliable for RSS feeds than custom domains
• Find your page slug in the Pages panel by clicking the settings icon next to any page
• Add filters for specific categories or tags using query parameters
• Always test your RSS URL in a browser to make sure it works

Understanding RSS Feed URLs

Your RSS feed URL lets you automatically share your newest content with feed readers, email subscribers, and other platforms. The structure is straightforward: your full website URL, followed by a page slug, ending with "?format=rss".

Built-in vs Custom Domain

Choosing Your Domain Type

Built-in Domain: This is your default Squarespace domain (like https://your-site-name.squarespace.com/page-slug?format=rss). It's more stable for RSS feeds because it won't be affected by domain issues.

Custom Domain: If you have your own domain, it replaces the built-in domain in the URL (like https://www.yourcustomdomain.com/page-slug?format=rss).

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To check your domain information:

1. Go to the Domains panel in your Squarespace dashboard
2. Look for either your built-in domain or your connected custom domain (under Domains Managed by Squarespace)

Finding the Page Slug

The page slug tells your RSS feed which specific page to share content from.

• Open the Pages panel
• Find the page you want, then click the settings icon next to it
• Look for the URL Slug field

Adding Filters to Your RSS Feed

You can create RSS feeds that only include content with specific categories or tags by adding query parameters:

• For categories: /?category=CategoryName&format=rss (replace spaces in category names with %20)
• For tags: /?tag=TagName&format=rss

Tip: Always test your RSS link by pasting it into a browser or feed reader to make sure it shows the right content.

FAQs

How do I find a page slug on my Squarespace site?
Go to the Pages panel, select your page, and check the settings for the URL Slug field.

Can I create RSS feeds that only show content with specific tags or categories?
Yes, add "?category=yourcategory&format=rss" or "?tag=yourtag&format=rss" to your base URL.

Why should I use my built-in domain for RSS feeds?
Built-in domains are less likely to have disruptions from domain issues, so your feed stays reliable.

Jargon Buster

RSS Feed: An XML file that updates automatically with new content, which can sync across different platforms.

Page Slug: The part of your URL that identifies a specific page on your site.

Custom Domain: Your own web address that replaces the default Squarespace address.

Category/Tag: Labels that help organize and filter content on your site.

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Wrap-up

Getting your Squarespace RSS feed URL right means your content reaches your audience reliably and automatically. Whether you need a general feed or want to filter by specific categories or tags, the process is the same. Just remember that changes to your domain or page structure can break your feeds, so always double-check your URLs after making updates.

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