UK Squarespace Website Experts. Image files and how big they should be for a Squarespace website.
Image sizes are important. If your image is too large, your page will load slowly and visitors may leave. Google doesn’t like slow-loading websites, so no matter how amazing your site looks, Google will rank you lower than a competitor with a faster-loading site. Videos embedded directly on your page will also slow loading. Instead, upload videos to YouTube or Vimeo and add the links into your video block to keep your site speedy.
For a Squarespace website, image files should generally be between 100 KB and 500 KB to ensure fast loading times while maintaining visual quality. Most image editors, like Photoshop, offer a “save for web” option that optimises images for the web without noticeable quality loss. Many phone photo apps also include a setting to save images at web-friendly sizes.
Dimensions: Aim for image widths of 1500 to 2500 pixels for full-width banners or headers. For smaller images, such as thumbnails or inline photos, 800 to 1200 pixels wide is usually sufficient. File formats: Use JPEG for photographs and PNG for images with transparency or simple graphics with text or flat colours. Compression: Optimise images with compression tools to reduce file size without significant quality loss. Aspect ratio: Maintain consistent aspect ratios across similar images for a cohesive look and responsive design.
Following these practical guidelines helps create a visually appealing site that loads quickly, improves user experience, and boosts your SEO and conversion potential.
Give us a call to test your page loading speed and we’ll get your images resized if they’re too large. Call us on 0208 333 0151.