Create a Simple Testimonial Slider For Your Squarespace Website

One of the most requested features from clients building websites on Squarespace? Testimonial sliders.

While it might surprise you that many larger brands skip this feature, it's a must-have for small business owners, service providers, and freelancers looking to build credibility and trust with potential clients.

In this guide, you'll learn exactly how to create a testimonial slider (carousel) using Squarespace’s tools, even with some of the platform’s quirks.

Why Add a Testimonial Slider to Your Squarespace Site?

Client testimonials build trust, reduce buyer hesitation, and help convert visitors into paying customers. A testimonial carousel offers a clean, dynamic way to show off multiple reviews without cluttering your page.

Typical use cases:

• Coaching websites

• Freelancer portfolios

• Agency service pages

• Small business websites

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Step-by-Step Guide: Creating a Testimonial Carousel in Squarespace

1. Create a New Section

1. Navigate to the page where you want your testimonials to appear.

2. Click Edit, then Add Section.

3. Choose a List Section. (Tip: If you don’t see it in the new menu system, open the Classic Editor - you’ll find it there under “People” or “List”.)

2. Add and Format Your Testimonials

1. Under Edit Content > Items, start adding your testimonials.

2. Use emojis or image icons (e.g. ⭐️ or star images) to represent a 5-star rating.

3. Add the testimonial text as the title.

4. Add the client’s name in the description area.

5. Left-align the content for a cleaner layout:
   Design > Alignment > Left

6. Duplicate the item 2–3 times to fill out your slider with multiple testimonials.

3. Customize Design: Style & Layout

Now, let’s make it visually appealing.

1. Go to Design > Style > Card

2. Adjust:

• Padding: Set to large for breathing room

• Text size: Make the quote larger and more readable

• Spacing: Set column/row spacing under Size & Space

• Image & Button: Disable these in Elements

4. Change Colors for Better Contrast

To customize the card and text colors:

1. Go to Site Styles > Colors

2. Choose the correct section palette (usually "Lightest")

5. Turn the List into a Carousel (Slider)

Now let’s transform your list section into a testimonial slider:

1. Go to Edit Content > Design

2. Switch layout to Carousel

3. Toggle off Image and Button

4. Adjust design preferences:

• Show adjacent slides for a 3D carousel feel

• Infinite scroll to keep testimonials looping

• Style as Card with large padding

• Add spacing between slides in Size & Space

Final Touch: Update Section Colors for Carousel

Sometimes, Squarespace doesn’t expose all customization options easily. To adjust the carousel card background:

1. Go to Site Styles > Show All

2. Search for List > Carousel

3. Customize:

• Card Background

• Card Title (stars)

• Text colors

Summary: Why You Should Add a Testimonial Slider in Squarespace

Adding a testimonial slider to your Squarespace website helps:

• Boost social proof and trust

• Keep your pages clean and organized

• Add movement and engagement to your content

With a few tweaks in styling and layout, you can build a professional-looking testimonial carousel that converts.