How to Add YouTube Video to Squarespace

Adding a YouTube video to your Squarespace site is a great way to make your content more engaging and interactive. Whether you’re showcasing a product, sharing a tutorial, or highlighting a customer testimonial, embedding a video can enhance your website’s overall user experience. In this guide, I’ll walk you through the simple steps to add a YouTube video to your Squarespace site.

Step 1: Log In to Your Squarespace Account

The first step is to log in to your Squarespace account. Head over to Squarespace.com and enter your email address and password. Once logged in, you’ll be taken to your dashboard.

Step 2: Select the Website and Page

Next, click on the website button below the site you want to add the YouTube video to. Navigate to the “Pages” section in the left-hand menu and select the page where you’d like to embed the video. For this example, we’ll be adding the video to the “Chef” page.

Step 3: Enter Editing Mode

To make changes to the page, click on the “Edit” button at the top of the page. This will open the page in editing mode, allowing you to make changes.

Step 4: Delete Unnecessary Blocks

If there’s an existing block where you want to place the video, you may want to delete it first. Select the section where you want to add the YouTube video, and delete any blocks that are taking up space.

Step 5: Add the Video Block

Now that you have free space, it’s time to add the video block. Click on “Add Block,” then search for the “Video” block and click to select it. Once added, you can resize the block to fit your design preferences.

Step 6: Add Your YouTube Video

To add your YouTube video, click on the video block, then click on the little pen icon that appears. Select “Add from Link,” and paste your YouTube video URL into the field provided. Wait a moment for the video to load, then click “Add.”

Step 7: Customize the Thumbnail

You can also customize the video’s thumbnail by adding a different featured image. Simply check the option to replace the thumbnail, and choose an image from your library or upload a new one from your computer.

Step 8: Save and Preview Your Changes

Once you’re satisfied with your changes, don’t forget to save them. Click on the “Save” button in the corner to ensure your edits are not lost. After saving, click on the little arrow to preview your website and make sure everything looks good.

Conclusion

That’s it! You’ve successfully added a YouTube video to your Squarespace site. This simple addition can make your content more dynamic and help engage your audience better. If you found this guide helpful, be sure to check out my free Squarespace course at Ben’s Experience University for more in-depth tutorials and tips.

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