Introduction

NumFOCUS offers projects the opportunity to set up a Squarespace website for your upcoming event. Squarespace is a user-friendly platform that allows you to easily create and manage a website for your project’s event. This service is designed to help you showcase your event, handle registrations, and provide all necessary details in a professional and visually appealing format.

 

Key Features

• Customizable Templates: NumFOCUS customizes existing event templates to match your project-event branding.

• Drag-and-Drop Builder: Squarespace offers an intuitive drag-and-drop builder, making it easy to create and customize your website.

• Responsive Design: Your website will look great on all devices, including desktops, tablets, and smartphones.

• SEO Optimization: Built-in SEO tools help your event website rank higher in search engine results, increasing visibility.

 

Here are some examples of event sites made with our customizable template:

 

 

Costs

The cost of setting up your project’s event website can vary depending on what your project’s specific needs are. Costs typically include:

 

• SquareSpace Subscription:

  • SquareSpace operates on a subscription basis, which can be billed either monthly or annually.

• Setup and Support:

  • There is an initial cost for staff time needed to set up the website. This includes working with the marketing team to customize and build the site.

• Convert to Static:

  • If your project chooses to close the SquareSpace subscription after the event, you have the option to work with NumFOCUS developers to convert the site into a static version that can endure after the event.

 

For detailed information on costs and billing, please submit a ticket or email [email protected].

 

Instructions

1. Reach out:

   • Submit a ticket or email [email protected] to request more information and begin the process of setting up your SquareSpace event website.

2. Provide Admin Information:

   • Once the website template is created, provide the names and email addresses of the individuals who will manage the SquareSpace site. They will be granted admin rights.

3. Customize the Template:

   • The NumFOCUS marketing team will work with you to personalize the website template with your event’s branding.

4. Build the Website:

   • The NumFOCUS marketing team will help you build out the conference website, including all necessary pages.

5. Add Event Details:

   • You will need to include essential information such as event dates, schedules, speaker bios, and location.

6. Set Up Registration:

   • You should Integrate registration forms and ticket sales to manage attendee sign-ups directly from the website.

7. Publish:

   • Once your site is ready, publish it and start promoting your event.

8. After the Event:

   • After your event, work with NumFOCUS to convert your website into a static version and close the SquareSpace subscription if desired.

 

FAQ

Q: Can I get a website for my project’s conference that isn’t built on Squarespace?
A: Currently, NumFOCUS only offers Squarespace sites for projects. Our Squarespace template allows us to set up your project’s site quickly and easily.

 

Additional Resources

• Squarespace Help Center

For further assistance or to get started with your project’s event website, please submit a ticket or email [email protected].