Moving from Wix to Squarespace: What You Need to Know

So, you’ve built your website on Wix, but now you’re considering switching over to Squarespace. Maybe you want a sleeker design, a more polished blog, or just feel like it’s time for a fresh start.

Whatever your reason, migrating from a Wix website to a Squarespace website is totally doable — and in many cases, worth it.

Here’s everything you need to know about making the move.

Why Switch from Wix to Squarespace?

Before diving into the how-to, let’s talk about why people make the switch in the first place:

• Cleaner, modern templates on Squarespace

• Better blogging tools and content management

• A more structured design experience

• Easier to maintain a minimalist or high-end aesthetic

• Improved flexibility for designers and developers

While Wix is great for drag-and-drop freedom, Squarespace appeals to those looking for a more curated, stylish web presence.

What You Can and Can’t Migrate

Unfortunately, there’s no one-click transfer from Wix to Squarespace — but don’t worry, the process is manageable with a little planning.

You can migrate:

• Text content: Copy-paste or export/import blog posts

• Images: Download and re-upload media

• Page content: Manually recreate pages using Squarespace’s blocks

• Domain: Transfer or connect your custom domain easily

You can’t migrate:

• Custom Wix apps or functionality

• Your exact layout (you’ll need to rebuild the design)

• Any Wix-specific features like Wix Bookings or Wix Stores (you’ll need Squarespace equivalents)

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Step-by-Step: Migrating from Wix to Squarespace

Here’s a basic roadmap:

1. Plan Your New Site Structure

Before anything, review your Wix site and plan your Squarespace layout. Decide which pages, sections, and content you want to keep, and what you can leave behind.

2. Set Up Your Squarespace Site

Start a free trial on Squarespace and choose a template that fits your brand. Don’t worry — you can customize it later.

3. Copy Over Content

Manually recreate each page in Squarespace using content blocks. Copy your text, re-upload your images, and match the layout as closely as you like.

4. Import Blog Posts (Optional)

If you have a blog, export your posts from Wix (via RSS feed) and import them into Squarespace. This step can be a little tricky, but Squarespace has a guide for RSS imports.

5. Connect Your Domain

If you bought your domain through Wix, you can transfer it to another registrar or connect it directly to Squarespace.

6. Test Everything

Before launching, double-check all links, pages, images, and mobile responsiveness. Make sure SEO settings and metadata are in place.

7. Publish Your New Site

Once everything looks good, hit publish — and let the world see your brand-new Squarespace site!

Tips for a Smooth Transition

• Use this as a chance to clean up old content

• Optimize images for faster load times

• Don’t forget to set up 301 redirects from old Wix URLs to new Squarespace URLs

• Pay attention to SEO settings like page titles, descriptions, and alt text

  
  

Need Help with Your Wix to Squarespace Migration?

Moving your website can feel overwhelming — but it doesn’t have to be. If you're ready to upgrade your site’s look, performance, and user experience, I offer Wix-to-Squarespace migration services that take the stress off your shoulders.

Let’s make your site sleek, modern, and SEO-ready.

Get in touch for a free consultation.