How to Migrate from Squarespace to WordPress

Introduction

Squarespace is a closed platform: easy to use, but with limitations when your website grows. WordPress gives you total control, more plugins and better SEO. Migration is manual but simple.

Step 1: Install WordPress

Contract hosting (like miHosting’s) and install WordPress.

Step 2: Export content from Squarespace

1. Log in to Squarespace → Settings → Advanced → Export.
2. Choose WordPress.
3. Download the XML file.

Squarespace only allows exporting blog content to WordPress. Static pages must be copied manually.

Step 3: Import into WordPress

1. In WordPress: Tools → Import → WordPress.
2. Upload the XML file.
3. Check download attached images.

Step 4: Recreate static pages

Pages (Home, Services, Contact…) must be created manually in WordPress. Copy the text and recreate the design with your theme.

Step 5: Configure 301 redirects

Squarespace URLs are different from WordPress ones. Use the Redirection plugin to map each old URL to the new one.

Step 6: Change DNS

When everything is ready, change your domain’s DNS to point to the new hosting.

Useful tips

• Download all images from Squarespace before canceling. Once canceled, you lose access.
• List all URLs. To configure redirects.
• Take the opportunity to improve SEO. WordPress is better for SEO than Squarespace.
• Don’t cancel Squarespace until WordPress works.

Frequently asked questions

Can I migrate everything automatically?

The blog yes. Static pages must be recreated manually.

Do I lose SEO?

No, with 301 redirects well configured.

Does my miHosting hosting include migration?

Yes, we offer free migration. Open a ticket.

From Squarespace to WordPress: more freedom

Migrating from Squarespace to WordPress gives you total control and better SEO. Migration is manual but simple.

If you need help, at miHosting we offer free migration. Open a ticket from your client panel.