Transfer Website from Squarespace to Wix: A Step-by-Step Guide

Transferring your website from Squarespace to Wix can be a daunting task, but don't worry, it's easier than you think.

First, you'll need to export your Squarespace website data, including pages, blog posts, products, and more. This can be done by going to Settings > Backup > Export in your Squarespace dashboard.

To import your data into Wix, you'll need to create a new Wix website and then use Wix's import feature, which can be found in the Wix dashboard under Settings > Import.

Wix's import feature can import content from various sources, including Squarespace, WordPress, and more.

To initiate the full migration, check the results of the Demo to see if they meet your expectations. If they do, you can proceed with the full migration of your store from Squarespace to Wix.

Make sure you have enough funds on your credit card to settle the data transfer. This is a crucial step to ensure a smooth transfer process.

To migrate your website from Squarespace to WIX, preparation and planning are key. You'll need to export your data from Squarespace, which can be done using a tutorial found in the article.

The first step is to gather your Squarespace store URL and data files. You can use the Source Cart Setup form to upload the data files you want to migrate.

To export your data from Squarespace, you can refer to the tutorial mentioned in the article. Once you have your data files, you'll need to obtain your WIX API credentials, which can be found in a separate tutorial.

Here's a quick checklist to ensure you have everything you need:

Your store data is safe during migration. The data migration process is totally safe for the e-shop that is migrated and there is no risk of losing any of the info.

The data is simply "copied" from Squarespace and "pasted" into your WIX store database. This means your products, customers, orders, and other information will be preserved.

Your migrated Squarespace store data won't be deleted after the migration. You can keep selling while your Source Store data is being moved to the new platform.

The migration process is guaranteed to be 100% uptime and data security. This is thanks to the use of the Cart2Cart database migration tool.

Image download and website storage can be a bit tricky, especially when migrating to a new platform like WIX. Main images, gallery images, and images within the descriptions of products, categories, blog posts, and pages will be downloaded and saved to your new WIX website.

If you're worried about storage space, keep in mind that WIX has limits on image size. If your images exceed this limit, they might not be downloaded correctly. It's worth noting that some image formats, like WebP, GIF, BMP, and SVG, are only supported on certain eCommerce platforms.

To give you a better idea, here are the supported image formats on WIX: JPEG, JPG, PNG, WebP, GIF, BMP, and SVG. Make sure to check if your images are in one of these formats to avoid any issues.

If you're using a CDN service, like Cloudflare, double-check that it's not blocking image downloads. This could be causing your images to go missing after migration.

To get started with migrating your Squarespace store to WIX, you'll need to prepare your data. This can be done by exporting data from Squarespace, which can be achieved by following a tutorial.

Exporting your data from Squarespace is a crucial step in the migration process. You can refer to a tutorial to learn how to do this.

Now that you have your data exported, you're ready to move on to the next step. This involves entering your Squarespace store URL and uploading the data files you want to migrate into the Source Cart Setup form.

To complete the setup, you'll also need to fill in your WIX store URL and API credentials in the Target Cart Setup form. This requires obtaining the WIX API credentials, which can be done by referring to a tutorial.

Here's a summary of the steps you'll need to take:

Remember to customize the migration using the Additional Options and Advanced Attributes Mapping features to ensure a smooth transition.

To configure and map your website from Squarespace to Wix, you'll first need to set up your Source cart on Squarespace, choosing it from the pop-up menu and providing your store's URL, admin email, and password. This is a crucial step to initiate the migration process.

Next, you'll need to set up your Target cart on Wix by selecting it from the drop-down list and clicking the "install plugin" button to get the Cart2Cart Migration Module from the official Wix marketplace. The module will be installed, and you can then proceed with the data transfer by pressing the "Choose entities" button.

To map the data, you'll need to match Squarespace order statuses to those on your Wix store, which can be done by selecting the correct statuses during the migration process. Additionally, you can take advantage of the Demo migration option, which is totally free and will move a limited number of data entities to your new store, taking just about 15-30 minutes to complete.

Here's a list of the entities that can be migrated to Wix:

You'll need to map your data to match Squarespace order statuses with those on your Wix store. This is an important step in the process.

The Demo migration option is totally free and allows you to move a limited number of data entities to your new store. It's a great way to test the service in action.

The migration process will take just about 15-30 minutes, so be sure to keep your browser window open during that time. Don't close it, or you might lose your progress!

The migration process is a crucial step in transferring your Squarespace store to a new platform, but you might be wondering if it will interfere with your store's functionality. Fortunately, the good news is that the process of data transfer has no effect on the migrated store at all.

If you're planning to migrate your store's design and full descriptions, be aware that due to Squarespace to WIX limitations, this is impossible to transfer directly. However, you can recreate it with the help of a 3rd-party developer.

One thing to keep in mind is that the migration process is designed to be seamless, allowing you to export your Squarespace database to WIX without any issues. To initiate this process, simply pick Squarespace and WIX from the list, specify the data you want to migrate, and choose your supplementary migration options.

Here are the steps to export your Squarespace database to WIX:

This process is designed to be user-friendly, even for non-techies, and can be delegated to experts if needed.

When migrating your data from Squarespace to Wix, you'll need to decide which data types to transfer. You can choose to migrate all the store's data or select specific types, such as products, orders, customers, or blog posts.

You can tick the needed boxes or click the "Select all" square to migrate all the store's data. Additionally, you can consider choosing some of the additional options that will ease the switching process.

Some of the additional options you can choose from include migrating recent entities on the Source Store, clearing current data on the Target Store, and preserving orders IDs on the Target Store.

Here are some of the supported entities you can migrate:

Note that you can also customize the migration tool to your requirements and choose specific data types to migrate, giving you full control over the migration process.

Main images, gallery images, and images within the descriptions of products, categories, blog posts, and pages will be downloaded and saved to your new WIX website.

You can transfer images from Squarespace to WIX, but our service is restricted to Product Thumbnails, Additional Images, Product Category Images, and Manufacturer Images.

LitExtension can transfer these types of images, but you might encounter issues if the image format is not supported on the WIX store. Supported image formats include JPEG, JPG, PNG, WebP, GIF, BMP, and SVG.

If images are missing after the migration, you might be facing one of the following issues:

To resolve missing images, you can submit a ticket from your dashboard and our technicians will help you address the problem and assist with re-running the migration.

To preserve your SEO rankings, the migration tool is designed to keep the old URLs and meta data on the new store. This ensures that your site doesn't drop any SEO ranking. The tool takes care of transferring the existing URLs and meta data, so you don't have to worry about losing your online visibility.

With Squarespace to Wix migration, you can tailor the process to your business needs. This allows you to create a personalized migration experience.

Each business is unique, and a one-size-fits-all approach won't work. By tailoring the migration to your needs, you can ensure a seamless transition.

You can choose the specific features and functionalities that are essential to your business. This might include custom domains, e-commerce tools, or blog settings.

The goal is to create a migration process that perfectly suits your business requirements. This ensures that you can continue to operate smoothly and efficiently.

By taking the time to configure and map your Squarespace site to Wix, you can avoid common migration pitfalls. This includes data loss, broken links, and inconsistent branding.

You can view the blogs we have available for migration, and it's actually a pretty straightforward process.

Some of our supported platforms include WordPress, Shopify, and Magento, which can be easily mapped and configured for a seamless transfer.

However, it's worth noting that not all platforms are created equal. For example, you can't view or migrate blogs from Squarespace to Wix, so you'll need to manually transfer your articles in that case.

Our tool is designed to make the migration process as smooth as possible, but it's always a good idea to double-check the specifics of your platform before getting started.

All relevant data connections between products, orders, customers, and other entities will be preserved on the new WIX website if they are all migrated using the migration tool.

You can expect to see common links such as products and categories, products and reviews, customers and orders, customers and reviews, and orders and products maintained on the new site.

Our migration tool can handle the migration of data from Squarespace to WIX, including products, orders, customers, and reviews.

If you have existing data on your new WIX website that you'd like to link with data migrated through the tool, our team can customize the migration tool to accommodate this setup.

Here's an overview of the types of data connections that will be preserved: