How To Add Social Media Icons In Squarespace

Adding social media icons to your Squarespace website is a straightforward process that enhances your site’s connectivity and encourages visitors to engage with your social profiles. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the steps to effectively add social media icons to your Squarespace site.

Step 1: Access Your Squarespace Site

1. Log in to your Squarespace account and navigate to the website you want to edit.
2. Click on the Pages panel to view your site’s structure.

Step 2: Edit Your Header or Footer

You can add social media icons to either the header or the footer of your website. Here’s how to do it for both:

Adding Icons to the Header

1. In the Pages panel, hover over the header area and click Edit.
2. Look for the Social Links section. If it’s not visible, you may need to enable it in your site’s settings.
3. Click on Add Social Link to include your desired social media platforms.
4. Enter the URL for each social media profile you want to link to. You can add popular platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

Adding Icons to the Footer

1. Navigate to the footer area of your site.
2. Click Edit Footer (or similar option, depending on your template).
3. Look for an option to add social links or icons.
4. Follow the same steps as above to enter the URLs for your social media profiles.

Step 3: Customize the Appearance

Once you have added the social media links, you can customize how they appear:

1. Click on the Design panel in your Squarespace dashboard.
2. Navigate to Site Styles to adjust the size, color, and positioning of your social media icons.
3. Preview your changes to ensure they fit well with your overall site design.

Step 4: Save and Publish

After you’ve added and customized your social media icons, make sure to save your changes. Click the Save button and then Publish to make your updates live.

Additional Tips

• Use Built-in Icons: Squarespace offers built-in social media icons, which ensure consistency and a professional look across your site. You can find more details on how to use these icons in the Squarespace Help Center.
• Check Responsiveness: Ensure that your social media icons are responsive and look good on mobile devices. Test your site on different screen sizes to confirm.

By following these steps, you can easily add social media icons to your Squarespace website, making it easier for your visitors to connect with you on various platforms. For more detailed guidance, check out the Squarespace Help Center.