Squarespace template detector

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How can you detect if a website uses Squarespace by looking at the source code?

Detecting if a website is built using Squarespace can be accomplished by examining specific markers found in the page source of the site.

Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to do it:

  1. Open the Page Source: Right-click on the webpage and select “View Page Source” or press Ctrl+U (Windows) or Cmd+Option+U (Mac) to access the page’s source code.
  2. Look for Squarespace-Specific Code: Use the search function (press Ctrl+F on Windows or Cmd+F on Mac) and look for the following keywords:
    • SQUARESPACE: This keyword is often present in the code, indicating the use of Squarespace. For example, you might see a line like var Static = window.Static || {}; Static.SQUARESPACE_CONTEXT =
    • sqsp: This prefix is frequently found in URLs related to Squarespace services. For instance, references could look like https://static1.squarespace.com.
  3. Check for Squarespace-Specific JavaScript: Look for any JavaScript loading from Squarespace’s domain. For instance, you might find scripts like <script src="https://static1.squarespace.com/...">.
  4. Search for Squarespace Meta Tags: Squarespace sites often contain specific meta tags. Look for tags like <meta name="generator" content="Squarespace">.
  5. Look for Configuration Scripts: Check if the source code contains Squarespace configuration objects, such as description or theme setup. You might see something like window.squarespace.version = '...' .
  6. Identify Common Squarespace File Structures: Examine URLs of CSS or JavaScript files for indications of Squarespace. Common patterns include filenames that may include the word “squarespace” or a format like /configurations/site.js.
  7. Check for Squarespace E-commerce Tags: If the site offers e-commerce functionality, you might see markers indicating Squarespace’s e-commerce system, such as window.Squarespace. ECOMMERCE = true;.

What is the Squarespace Detector Tool?

Our Squarespace Detector Tool is a specialized online service designed to identify whether a website is built with Squarespace and determine the specific Squarespace template in use.

It’s a valuable resource for web designers, developers, and anyone interested in the technologies behind websites.

How does the tool detect Squarespace websites and their templates?

The tool scans the website’s code for unique identifiers and patterns associated with Squarespace platforms and their templates.

It can accurately determine if Squarespace powers a site and identify the template by analyzing elements such as HTML structure, CSS styles, and specific JavaScript snippets.

Is the Squarespace Detector Tool free to use?

Our tool is entirely free for anyone looking to check if a website uses Squarespace and to identify its template.

Can the tool detect custom Squarespace templates?

While our tool is adept at identifying standard Squarespace templates, custom templates or heavily modified sites might present more of a challenge.

However, it can often still determine if such sites are hosted on Squarespace, even if template identification is less specific.

How accurate is the Squarespace Detector Tool?

We pride ourselves on the accuracy of our tool, thanks to regular updates and refinements based on Squarespace’s evolving platform.

However, due to the potential for customizations and updates to Squarespace, there may be rare instances where detection is less accurate.

What should I do if the tool cannot detect Squarespace or the template on a specific website?

If our tool does not detect Squarespace or the template for a website you expected it would, the site might be using extensive customizations or a newly released template that our tool hasn’t yet been updated to recognize.

We recommend checking back later or contacting our support for further assistance.

Who can benefit from using the Squarespace Detector Tool?

This tool is valuable for web designers, developers, marketing professionals, and anyone interested in learning about a website’s technological setup, especially if they are considering Squarespace for their projects or analyzing competitors.