Legal Pages Every Squarespace Website Should Have in 2026
Disclaimer: This blog post is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Always consult a qualified attorney for legal guidance specific to your business.
If you run a Squarespace website—whether it’s for a small business, side hustle, blog, or online service—there’s one thing many site owners still overlook: legal pages. In 2026, having a Privacy Policy, Disclaimer, and Terms & Conditions isn’t just a “nice to have.” In many cases, it’s legally required, and in all cases, it protects you.
Let’s break down what each page does, why it matters now more than ever, and what happens if you skip them.
Why This Matters More in 2026
Privacy laws and consumer protections have continued to expand in recent years. Even if you’re a solo business owner in Iowa with a simple Squarespace site, you may still be subject to:
U.S. state privacy laws
International regulations
Payment processor requirements (Stripe, PayPal, Square, etc.)
Ad platform rules (Google Ads, Meta, etc.)
The key thing to understand:
You don’t have to target people in certain states or countries to be affected—you just have to collect data from them. If someone from a different country or state accidentally clicks on your website, even for a second, their IP address is already recorded as part of Squarespace’s included analytics tools.
And if your Squarespace site uses contact forms, email signups, analytics, cookies, scheduling tools, or payments, you are collecting data.
1. Privacy Policy: Not Optional Anymore
A Privacy Policy explains:
What personal data you collect
How you collect it (forms, cookies, analytics, etc.)
Why you collect it
How it’s stored and protected
Who you share it with (email platforms, payment processors, analytics tools)
Why Squarespace Sites Need One
Squarespace automatically includes:
Cookies
Analytics
Form data collection
Even a basic website with a contact form requires a Privacy Policy.
Without one, you risk:
Being out of compliance with privacy laws
Account issues with email platforms
Losing trust with potential customers
Legal complaints or takedown requests
💡 Important: Copying a Privacy Policy from another website can actually increase your risk if it doesn’t match how your site works.
2. Disclaimer: Protect Yourself From Liability
A Disclaimer sets boundaries around what your website content is—and isn’t—responsible for.
This is especially important if your site includes:
Advice (business, health, fitness, legal, financial, parenting, etc.)
Blog posts or educational content
Affiliate links
Testimonials or results-based claims
What a Disclaimer Does
It helps protect you if someone:
Misuses your information
Expects guaranteed results
Acts on advice and has a bad outcome
In simple terms, it says:
“This content is for informational purposes only, and you’re responsible for how you use it.”
Even service-based businesses benefit from disclaimers—especially in 2026, when people are quicker to blame businesses for outcomes they didn’t promise.
3. Terms & Conditions: Your Website Rules
Terms & Conditions (also called Terms of Service) outline the rules for using your website.
They typically cover:
How visitors may use your content
Intellectual property protection
Payment terms and refunds (if applicable)
Limitation of liability
Governing law
What happens if terms are violated
Why This Matters for Small Businesses
Your Terms & Conditions:
Give you legal ground if a dispute arises
Protect your content from being reused without permission
Clarify expectations for clients and customers
Make your business appear more professional and legitimate
If you sell services, digital products, or collect payments through Squarespace, this page is critical.
What Happens If You Don’t Have These Pages?
Skipping legal pages can lead to:
Website or ad account suspensions
Email marketing account shutdowns
Payment processor issues
Legal complaints or cease-and-desist letters
Loss of customer trust
Many business owners assume, “I’m too small for this to matter.” In reality, small businesses are often easier targets because they’re less protected.
Where These Pages Should Live on Your Squarespace Site
At a minimum, these pages should be:
Linked in your website footer
Accessible from every page
Clearly labeled
Squarespace makes this easy, but the content still needs to be accurate and customized to your site.
Set Your Website Up the Right Way
In 2026, your website isn’t just a digital brochure—it’s a data-collecting, transaction-capable business tool.
A Privacy Policy, Disclaimer, and Terms & Conditions:
Protect you legally
Build trust with visitors
Help keep your tools and platforms compliant
Make your business look professional and established
If you’re investing time and money into your Squarespace website, these pages are one of the simplest ways to protect that investment.
Need Help Adding These Pages to Your Squarespace Website?
If you’re not sure where to add these pages, what they should include, or how to make sure they’re set up correctly on your Squarespace site, I can help.
Urbandale Web Design works with small business owners to make sure their websites are not only beautiful, but also set up the right way—without the overwhelm.
👉 Contact me to get help adding or organizing your legal pages on your Squarespace website.
Disclaimer: This blog post is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Always consult a qualified attorney for legal guidance specific to your business.
