How to Use Squarespace Account Saved Sections

Squarespace has continually revolutionized website building with intuitive tools and user-friendly features. Among its most celebrated updates is the introduction of Saved Sections, a game-changing feature that simplifies the process of reusing design elements across pages. Now, with a new account-wide update, this functionality has been supercharged for designers and agencies.

This guide will dive deep into Saved Sections, explore the new account-wide feature, and provide practical examples for how to leverage it alongside the Synced Blocks plugin to maximize your Squarespace workflow.

What Are Squarespace Saved Sections?

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Saved Sections are pre-designed content blocks that you can reuse across a Squarespace site. Whether it's a meticulously crafted hero banner, a testimonial carousel, or a custom-designed gallery, you can save these sections and insert them into other pages with just a few clicks.

Key Features at a Glance:

• Effortless to Use: Simply hover over any section in edit mode and click the heart icon to save it.

• Reusable Templates: Access your saved sections under the "My Saved Sections" tab when adding new content to any page.

• Major Time-Saver: Eliminate repetitive design work by creating and reusing complex layouts.

• Static Snapshots: Saved Sections are static. This means edits made to one instance will not affect others, acting like a snapshot of the original design.

Previously, this feature was limited to 50 sections per site, but the latest account-wide update has unlocked its full potential for professional users, up to 250 per account

Introducing Account-Wide Saved Sections

The latest update from Squarespace allows you to save sections at an account level, making them accessible across all websites managed under the same account. This is a massive upgrade for designers, developers, and agencies who need to maintain a consistent look and feel across multiple client sites.

If you don't see this feature in your account yet, there's a simple, free solution. This powerful tool is a perk for Squarespace Circle members, and the good news is that Silver tier Circle is now open to any Squarespace website designer who opts to join the program—no minimum number of active sites required. Simply head to the Circle page to enroll for free.

What’s New & Why It Matters:

• Account-Wide Access: Save sections to your account and reuse them on any website you manage under that account. This is a game-changer for standardizing brand templates.

• Increased Limit: The limit is now 250 sections per account, a significant increase from the previous 50-per-site limit.

• Streamlined Workflow: Build a library of go-to sections for different industries or client needs, drastically reducing your design time.

How to Use Account-Wide Saved Sections:

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1. Open the page editor and hover over the section you want to save.

2. Click the heart icon and select the option to This site or Your account.

3. Name your section for easy identification (e.g., "Hero Section – Client A").

4. Access these sections from any website under your account by clicking "Add Section" and navigating to "My Saved Sections."

What Happens When You Save and Reuse Sections Across Sites?

While the new account-wide feature is a significant upgrade, there are some important details to know about how Saved Sections behave when reused across different sites:

1. Blocks and Layouts Are Restored: The structure of the section (e.g., text blocks, buttons) is preserved when inserted into a new site, note that their unique block IDs will be changed, so you should keep an eye of those IDs changes to update your custom code targets those blocks

2. Summary Blocks Reset: If your saved section contains a Summary Block (e.g., pulling content from a blog or product collection), it will reset to its default state when inserted into another site.

3. Images Are Re-Uploaded: Any images in the saved section will be re-uploaded to the asset library of the new site.

4. Galleries Are Recreated: Whether it’s a Gallery Section or Gallery Block, these elements will be rebuilt entirely in the new site.

5. Asset Folder Structure Is Maintained: Impressively, Squarespace recreates the folder structure of assets in the new site’s asset library—making it easier to manage files.

6. Site Styles Are Not Restored: While layouts are preserved, the saved section will adopt the style settings (e.g., fonts, colors) of the new site rather than retaining those from the original design.

These nuances highlight both the strengths and limitations of Saved Sections when working across multiple sites.

Saved Sections vs Synced Blocks Plugin

While both Saved Sections and Synced Blocks aim to improve efficiency in content management, they serve different purposes. Here’s a side-by-side comparison:

Feature	Saved Sections	Synced Blocks Plugin
Purpose	Reuse static design elements across pages/sites	Update content globally across multiple pages
Editing Behavior	Edits do not affect other instances	Edits update all instances automatically
Scope	Limited to Squarespace's native functionality	Requires third-party plugin installation
Content Types	Entire sections (e.g., banners, galleries)	Individual blocks (e.g., text, buttons)
Limit	250 sections per account - 50 if saving to single site	No limit on saved blocks
Best Use Case	Reusing complex layouts	Maintaining consistency in dynamic content

When to Use Each Tool

• Use Saved Sections for static layouts that don’t require frequent updates (e.g., hero banners or testimonials).

• Use the Synced Blocks plugin for dynamic content that needs global updates (e.g., contact information or promotional banners).

How to Effectively Use Both Together

Combining Saved Sections and Synced Blocks can supercharge your workflow by leveraging their unique strengths:

1. Create Templates with Saved Sections: Design reusable templates for common layouts like blog headers or footers using Saved Sections.

2. Add Dynamic Content with Synced Blocks: Insert synced blocks within these templates for elements that require frequent updates.

3. Maintain Consistency Across Site: Use site-wide saved sections for consistent branding across client projects while managing global updates via synced blocks.

For example:

• Save a beautifully designed newsletter signup section as a Saved Section.

• Add a synced block for the signup button so updates (like changing URLs) propagate site-wide.

Benefits of Using Both Tools

By combining these tools:

• You save time by reusing pre-designed layouts.

• You ensure consistency across pages.

• You enhance flexibility by separating static and dynamic content management.

Frequently Asked Questions

• If I edit a saved section on a page, does it affect others?

  No. Saved sections are static snapshots. Any changes you make to a section after it has been added to a page will not affect the original saved section or any other instances of it.

• Can I use my saved sections on other websites?

  Yes, if you save them at the account level. When you save a section, choose the "Your account" option. This will make the section available for use on any website within your Squarespace account.

• What is the limit for Saved Sections?

  The limit depends on where you save them. For site-level saved sections, the limit is 50 per site. For the new account-level saved sections, the limit is 250 per account for Squarespace Circle members.

• Why don't I see this feature on my site?

  The account-wide saved sections feature is currently being rolled out to Squarespace Circle members (Silver, Gold or Platinum). If you are not a Circle member, you can enroll Silver tier for free to gain access. The saved section feature is available to all Squarespace 7.1 users.

• Can I use saved sections in the footer?

  Yes. As of March 2025, Squarespace now supports using saved sections in website footers, allowing you to quickly add and reuse your favorite footer designs across your site.

• What is the key difference between a Synced Block and a Saved Section?

  A Synced Block is designed for dynamic content that needs to be updated globally from one central source. A Saved Section is a static design template. Changes to a Synced Block update automatically everywhere it's used, while a Saved Section needs to be manually updated on each page.

• Why might a Synced Block within a account saved section not work as expected?

  The primary reason is that Synced Blocks rely on a summary block pointing to a "Reusables" blog collection on the original site. When a saved section containing a Synced Block is moved to a new site, the summary block's connection breaks because the new site doesn't have the "Reusables" blog or the content to pull from. You must manually recreate the Synced Block system on the new site and then re-link the summary block within the saved section.

Conclusion

The introduction of account-wide Saved Sections marks a significant leap forward in Squarespace’s capabilities, especially for users managing multiple websites. With an increased limit of 250 sections per account, this feature empowers designers and developers to streamline their workflows like never before.

When paired with the Synced Blocks plugin, users can achieve unparalleled efficiency by leveraging both static and dynamic content management tools. Together, these features provide a robust solution for creating visually stunning websites while maintaining consistency and saving time.