Optimizing your Squarespace blog posts doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. In fact, with a few tweaks, you can enhance your SEO, boost readability, and improve engagement—without spending a dime. Here’s how to get the most out of your blog posts on Squarespace:
Start With Keyword Research
Before you even start typing, know what your audience is searching for. Tools like Ubersuggest or Google’s Keyword Planner will help you find keywords that align with your content.
The right keywords and phrases are like the perfect playlist – they set the vibe and get you noticed. But don’t overdo it; it’s about quality, not quantity. Keep it smooth and strategic, sprinkle these naturally throughout your post, including the title, meta description, and subheadings.
Keywords: Squarespace, Blog, etc.
Keyword phrase: “Starting a Blog on Squarespace”
These words are subtle enough for the Search Engine to pick up and not too much to lower your ranking – yep, too many keywords will lower your rank. So be careful not to add too many. Another thing to remember is to: not mistake tags and categories as your keywords. Instead integrate keywords throughout your blog post. If you make this mistake, you could instead cause search engines to pick your tags as relevant instead of your actual content.
Use this keyword tool to find tools and generate suggestions.
Craft a Compelling Title
Your blog title is the first thing people see, so make it count. Aim for clarity and intrigue—balance SEO keywords with something that will make people click. Think: “How to Optimize Your Squarespace Blog in 7 Easy Steps” vs. “Blog Optimization Tips.”
Use Headers and Subheaders
Break up your content with H2 and H3 headers to make it more digestible for readers (and search engines). Subheadings guide readers through your content and improve your SEO score by highlighting key topics.
Optimize Your Meta Descriptions
Meta descriptions might not directly impact your rankings, but they’re the make-or-break factor for clicks. Keep it under 160 characters, and include your primary keyword. Make sure it’s engaging enough to entice someone to read more.
Add Alt Text to Your Images
Ever heard the phrase “a picture’s worth a thousand words”? Well, in the SEO world, those words need to be spoken loud and clear. Rename those image files with purpose before uploading, and don’t sleep on the captions. Squarespace makes it super easy to add alt text to your images. Use descriptive, keyword-rich alt text so that search engines can ‘read’ your images. It’s a simple way to boost your blog’s SEO and make your content more accessible.
Internal and External Linking
Linking to other content on your site (internal links) and relevant external resources (external links) keeps readers on your blog longer and shows search engines that you’re providing value. Just make sure the links are natural and don’t overdo it.
Keep Mobile in Mind
A huge percentage of your readers are visiting your site on their phones, so your blog needs to be mobile-friendly. Squarespace’s responsive design helps with this, but always preview your posts on mobile before hitting publish. It ensures your images load properly and your text isn’t cut off.
Manually Tuning Your SEO Settings
Squarespace gives you the SEO tools; you just need to use them. Fill out those SEO titles and descriptions with the same care you pick out your outfit – it matters. This isn’t just about looking good; it’s about being seen.
Once this is completed, save your post and hit publish. To double check how you rank, you’ll clear your search history, and head back over to Google or Pinterest to search your post name again. You should be excited to see your Google search match the Squarespace preview. If you’re curious for more check out this free tool that dives in further to your site (and even prepares a full report for you!)
