To accept donations on Squarespace, you can follow these steps:
1. Log in to your Squarespace account and go to the website editor.
2. Navigate to the page where you want to add the donation button or create a new page specifically for donations.
3. Click on the “+” icon to add a new content block and select the “Donation” option from the menu.
4. Customize the donation block by adding a title, description, and suggested donation amounts. You can also choose whether to allow donors to enter a custom donation amount.
5. Set up your payment processor by connecting your Stripe or PayPal account. Squarespace integrates with these platforms to securely process donations.
6. Configure the donation settings, such as the currency, donation goal, and whether to collect donor information like name and email address.
7. Customize the design of the donation block to match your website’s style. You can change the button text, colors, and layout to make it visually appealing.
8. Save your changes and publish your website to make the donation block live.
9. Test the donation process by making a test donation to ensure everything is working correctly.
10. Promote your donation page by sharing it on social media, including it in your email newsletters, or adding it to your website’s navigation menu.
By following these steps, you can easily set up a donation system on your Squarespace website and start accepting donations from your supporters.
