My favourite resources for Squarespace web design and the third sector…
Many people ask me what sort of tools I use for my business, so I have put together a list of resources that I use on a regular basis. I only ever recommend services that I truly believe will support my clients and other organisations. I hope you find these resources for helpful.
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My top resources for Squarespace web design and more…
Squarespace* (obvs!)
My go to website builder. Squarespace truly is an epic platform for web design. It’s simple, user-friendly and offers so many integrations. Use code: Genius10 for 10% off!
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It’s a no brainer for me. I started using Squarespace around 2016, and I can honestly say its dramatically improved every aspect of my business. It’s so user friendly which means my clients don’t have to put up with the clunkyness of wordpress any more! Read my full opinion here
Simple donation forms to add to your website. A great solution to increase one off or monthly donations.
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This is one of my favourite plugins for charities and nonprofit sites. Really simple to set up with a user friendly interface, and theres no subscription fees!
Is a great resource for Squarespace Plugins. There’s plenty to choose from. Save time and achieve more with custom plugins.
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SQSP Themes have a huge library of incredible plugins built specifically for Squarespace. Over the years I have used many of their plugins and they have never failed me!
This is one amazing plugin I use regularly!
An incredible SEO chrome plugin to rocket your website to page 1 of google! Specifically designed for Squarespace websites.
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I was lucky enough to begin the journey with SEOspace as a tester for their early version. I can honestly say its one of the best tools I use for my clients websites. I have managed to hit page 1 on google for over 5 website by using the plugin. Love it! 😍
Squarewebsites offers a perfect solution to help migrate websites from 7.0 to 7.1. They also have a great selection plugins for Squarespace websites.
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I have used the Squarewebsites chrome extension tool which is perfect for merging sites from 7.0 to 7.1 It saves hours of work! I’m also a big fan of the shopping cart slider plugin!
Canva is a graphic design platform offering tools for creating social media graphics, presentations, promotional merchandise, and other graphical elements.
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I've used Canva for many years now. It's a very popular online design program, cost effective and really easy to use. If you don't want to pay heavy adobe fees then I suggest you go for Canva!
Automatically send timed and targeted emails. Design emails with an easy drag-and-drop editor. Create simple email capture forms. Keep a well organised audience.
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I switched from mailchimp to MailerLite a year ago in an attempt to enjoy a simpler interface along with a more cost effective solution. I've not looked back since!
An ai copywriting tool to help with blogging, ad copy and general writing tasks. Use code Anyword20 for 20% off!
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This is a pretty new tool for me. I have always fully written my own content, but since time is of huge importance in a one-woman business these days I thought I’d give it ago. It did not disappoint! I still write around 80% of my content but anyword gives me that extra boost and helps reword copy to sound, well better! It’s really great for ads and if your having a mental writers block it will give you that inspiration you need!
A brilliant assets library that literally has everything you can think of from; images, graphics, music, animation and more!
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Another useful tool I use pretty much everyday! As a designer I am always looking for fast access to stock footage and imagery. Envato has endless amounts of great quality assets to choose from.