How to setup URL redirects - Squarespace 7.1

What is a redirect?

A URL redirect points one URL to another page or site. The two main types are:

- 301 Redirect: Permanent move, telling search engines to update their index.

- 302 Redirect: Temporary move, meaning you can change it often, ideally used for short-term changes.

Example Usage

For instance, you can create memorable URLs for specific pages, like redirecting

Example:

/test -> /this-is-a-really-long-url-example 301

Steps to Create a Redirect in Squarespace

1. Go to the Settings menu.

2. Select Advanced.

3. Choose URL Mappings.

4. Enter the old URL slug (e.g., `/old`).

5. Use `->` to separate old and new URLs (e.g., `/old -> /new`).

6. Specify the redirect type (e.g., `301` or `302`).

Example:

/about -> /about-us 301
/our-service -> /service 301
/questions -> /faqs 301
/contact -> /contact-us 301
/download -> https://dropbox.com/123456 301
/our-team -> /team 302

Notes

• Specify either a 301 or 302 redirect.

• Redirects can point to external links.

• Squarespace will allow up to 3,000 redirects on your site

By following these steps, you can easily manage URL redirects in Squarespace to ensure your site remains organised and user-friendly.

External Link Example:

/instructions -> https://madebydave.org/demo 301