If you’ve ever looked at your website on a mobile device and noticed that it looks different than it does on a desktop, you’re not alone. Many Squarespace users have reported that their sites look different on mobile, and in some cases, the mobile version is actually missing some important elements.
So why does this happen? And what can you do about it?
The first thing to understand is that Squarespace websites are responsive, meaning they automatically adjust to fit the size of the screen they’re being viewed on. This is a good thing! It makes your site accessible to more people and ensures that it always looks its best.
However, there are some limitations to this system. For example, certain elements (like background images) can be disabled on mobile devices for performance reasons.
Additionally, not all Squarespace templates are created equal when it comes to responsiveness. Some templates are better optimized for mobile viewing than others.
While this can be helpful, it can also be confusing if you’re not expecting it. If you’re working on your site and making changes, be sure to check how it looks on both desktop and mobile devices before publishing your changes.
If you’re noticing that your site looks different on mobile, there are a few things you can do about it:
- Check your template. If you’re using a template that’s not well-optimized for mobile, switching to a different template may help. You can preview different templates onSquarespace’stemplate library.
- Enable or disable certain elements. If you’re using a template that’s well-optimized for mobile but you’re still seeing issues with how your site looks, you may need to enable or disable certain elements. For example, if you have a background image that’s not appearing on mobile, you can disable it in the Mobile Style Editor.
- Adjust your content. In some cases, adjusting the content on your pages (such as font size or spacing) can help improve how your site looks on mobile.
If you’re still having trouble getting your site to look the way you want on mobile, our customer care team would be happy to take a look and provide additional assistance.
Conclusion:
It’s important to understand that Squarespace websites are responsive and will automatically adjust to fit the size of the screen they’re being viewed on. However, there are some limitations to this system which can cause your website to look different on mobile devices. There are a few things you can do to combat this issue, such as checking your template or adjusting your content.
