My daily go to Squarespace Designer Toolbox
As a professional Squarespace designer, I rely on a carefully selected set of tools that allow me to design, build, and optimise websites efficiently. Over the years, I’ve refined my workflow to balance creativity, flexibility, and affordability. Here’s a look inside my current toolbox — the software and add-ons I use to deliver professional results for every client project.
Affinity Designer & Affinity Photo
I moved away from Adobe Creative Cloud a while ago, mainly due to the difference in cost. Today I use Affinity Designer and Affinity Photo for all my design work. These apps are powerful, intuitive, and provide everything I need for creating logos, icons, typography, and high-quality image editing — without the ongoing subscription fees.
The Noun Project
For icons, I regularly turn to The Noun Project. It’s an incredible resource for professional icons in every style imaginable. I often redraw or adapt icons from here in Affinity Designer so they fit seamlessly with the branding of each project.
SquareKicker
When I need more advanced functionality or unique layouts, SquareKicker is my go-to tool. It’s a no-code design extension for Squarespace that allows me to add animations, custom layouts, and design flourishes that aren’t possible with native Squarespace alone. This is where a site really moves beyond the “template” look.
SEO Space
Finally, for SEO, I use SEO Space to make sure every site I design is fully optimised. From meta descriptions and titles to image optimisation, it helps me ensure Google sees the site clearly from day one. This not only speeds up ranking but also improves overall visibility for clients.
Why These Tools Matter
The combination of Affinity apps, The Noun Project, SquareKicker, and SEO Space gives me everything I need to create beautiful, functional, and SEO-friendly Squarespace websites. Each tool is chosen because it saves time, cuts costs, and delivers professional results — without compromising on creativity or quality.
Whether it’s branding, custom layouts, or technical optimisation, these are the tools that help me create websites that stand out and perform.
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FAQ
Q: Do I need a designer to set up a Squarespace site?
A: While you can build a site yourself, a professional Squarespace designer ensures your site is well-structured, SEO-optimised, and aligned with your brand.
Q: How often should I update my website or blog?
A: Even small updates every few months help keep content fresh, which encourages Google to re-crawl your site and can boost rankings.
Q: What’s the best way to improve SEO on Squarespace?
A: Focus on clear navigation, internal links between pages, optimised meta descriptions, and properly sized images.