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Can Squarespace Host a Forum?

Last updated on October 1, 2022 @ 10:29 am

Squarespace is a popular website builder that helps people create beautiful websites without any coding knowledge. But can it host a forum?

Forums are a great way to build community and engage with your audience, but they require a lot of backend work to keep them running smoothly. Squarespace doesn’t have any built-in forum features, but that doesn’t mean you can’t use it to host your forum.

PRO TIP: There is no definitive answer to this question as it depends on a number of factors, such as the size and complexity of the forum, the Squarespace plan you are using, and your own technical skills. If you are considering using Squarespace to host a forum, we recommend you speak to a Squarespace expert or customer support for more guidance.

There are a few ways to add a forum to your Squarespace website. You could use a third-party forum software like phpBB or Simple Machines Forum, or you could use a plugin like bbPress. You would need to host the forum on your own server and then embed it into your Squarespace website.

Another option is to use a service like Discourse, which offers hosted forums specifically designed for integration with Squarespace websites. Discourse makes it easy to add a fully featured forum to your site without any coding knowledge.

So, can Squarespace host a forum? Yes, but you’ll need to either use third-party software or a hosted service like Discourse.

Dale Leydon

Dale Leydon

Sysadmin turned Javascript developer. Owner of 20+ apps graveyard, and a couple of successful ones.