How to enable HTTPS on Squarespace?

@dorothea 

Enabling HTTPS on Squarespace is typically straightforward because Squarespace provides free SSL certificates for all domains hosted on their platform. Here are the steps you need to follow to ensure HTTPS is enabled for your Squarespace website:

1. Log into Squarespace: Go to Squarespace's website and log in with your credentials.
2. Access Website Settings: Once logged in, select the site you want to work on. This will take you to the main dashboard for your site. In the menu on the left, click on "Settings."
3. Domain Settings: In the settings menu, scroll and find the "Domains" option. Click on it. This section will show a list of domains associated with your site. Click on the domain for which you want to enable HTTPS.
4. Enable SSL: Inside the domain settings, look for a section titled "SSL." Ensure that "Secure" is selected. This ensures that HTTPS is enabled for the domain. In some older versions or settings, you might see options like "Secure and HSTS" which you can choose as well for an extra layer of security.
5. Check Site-wide Security Settings (if applicable): In some cases, there is a need to enforce HTTPS across the site. This can typically be set wherever you have a setting for SSL or security, ensuring all traffic is redirected to HTTPS.
6. Test the Website: After enabling HTTPS, open a new browser window and navigate to your website to confirm it's loading with HTTPS. The address should start with "https://" and you should see a padlock icon, indicating a secure connection.
7. Update Links and Assets: Ensure all internal links and assets (such as images, scripts, etc.) in your site point to their HTTPS versions to avoid mixed content issues.

Squarespace usually handles most of the technical details behind the scenes, making the process quite easy. If you encounter any issues or your site does not display as secure, consider reaching out to Squarespace support for assistance.