Squarespace looks beautiful. But its built-in testimonials block? Limited. You can add static text, but you can’t collect new testimonials automatically, rotate them dynamically, or show star ratings alongside customer photos.

Here’s how to do all of that with a dedicated testimonial widget.

Why Squarespace’s Default Testimonials Fall Short

Squarespace includes a Testimonials block in its content editor. It works for static quotes you type in manually — but:

You have to write the testimonials yourself (no collection form)
No star ratings
No customer photos from submission
No automatic rotation or fresh content
Every update requires you to log in and edit

For a service business that genuinely earns great reviews, you want a system that collects and displays testimonials automatically.

Option 1: Embed SocialProof (Recommended)

SocialProof is purpose-built for this. Here’s the full workflow:

Sign up at socialproof.dev (free, no credit card)
Go to Widgets → New Widget
Name it (e.g., “Squarespace Homepage”)
Choose your display style: grid, carousel, or list

Step 2: Collect Testimonials

Go to Collection → Get Submission Link
Share that link with past clients via email, invoice, or direct message
Customers submit their name, testimonial, optional photo, and star rating
You approve submissions in your dashboard

Step 3: Embed on Squarespace

Copy your widget embed code (a single <script> tag)
In Squarespace, go to Pages → Edit Page
Click the area where you want testimonials
Add a Code Block (available on Business plan and above)
Paste your embed code
Save

The widget renders live testimonials — no manual updates needed.

Squarespace Plan Requirements

The Code Block requires Squarespace Business plan or higher. Personal plan doesn’t support custom code injection.

If you’re on Personal plan, use Squarespace’s built-in Testimonials block for display and copy-paste new testimonials manually as they come in.

Option 2: Use Squarespace’s Built-In Block (Static)

For simple use cases:

Open a page in the editor
Click + to add a new block
Search for Testimonials
Add your quotes manually

This works fine if you have 3–5 testimonials you don’t plan to update often. It doesn’t scale.

Option 3: Add Testimonials to Footer/Header Globally

If you want testimonials on every page:

In Squarespace, go to Settings → Advanced → Code Injection
Paste your SocialProof embed code in the Footer field
The widget appears sitewide

This is useful for a floating testimonials bar or a persistent trust signal.

Best Placement for Testimonials on Squarespace

Where you put your testimonial widget matters as much as what it says.

Homepage: Above the fold or just below your hero section. Show 3–5 strong testimonials.

Services page: Directly below your pricing or service descriptions. Reduces hesitation right where people decide.

Contact page: A testimonial or two above your contact form removes doubt before someone reaches out.

Checkout/booking page: If you use Squarespace Scheduling or selling, add testimonials near the buy button.

Tips for Getting More Squarespace Testimonial Submissions

Time your ask right: Send the submission link 2–3 days after project completion or delivery
Make it one click: Your SocialProof collection link works on mobile, no account needed
Follow up once: A single gentle reminder 5 days later recovers ~40% of non-responders
Show the result: Tell customers “Your testimonial will appear here on my website” — makes it feel worthwhile

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the testimonial widget slow down my Squarespace site? SocialProof loads asynchronously — it doesn’t block page rendering. Impact on load time is minimal.

Can I customize the widget to match my Squarespace theme? Yes. You can set font family, colors, card style, and border radius to match your brand.

Will it work on mobile? Yes. All SocialProof widgets are responsive and work on all screen sizes.

What if I switch from Squarespace to another platform? Your testimonials live in SocialProof, not in Squarespace. Change the embed code on your new site — the data stays.

A Squarespace site without live social proof is leaving conversions on the table. Take 20 minutes to set up a real testimonial system — the free plan at socialproof.dev is a good place to start.

How to Add a Testimonial Widget to Squarespace (2025)