How to Create Secondary Navigation in Squarespace Easily 2026
By Impran M N
As a site grows to include more products, services, or resources, a single navigation menu can start to feel cluttered. This guide covers how to set up secondary navigation in Squarespace so visitors can find what they need more easily. It's especially useful for bloggers categorizing posts, small businesses highlighting services, or eCommerce brands organizing product categories.
01Understand why secondary navigation matters
Recognize how a secondary menu improves usability by organizing content that doesn't fit neatly into your primary navigation.
02Set up the secondary navigation
Follow the step-by-step process to add and configure secondary navigation on your Squarespace site, referencing the code shared in the pinned comment if needed.
03Organize your content effectively
Group related pages, products, or posts under the secondary menu so visitors can browse more intuitively.
04Maintain and update the menu
Revisit your secondary navigation periodically to keep it current as you add or remove content from your site.
05Review the final navigation structure
Check how the new menu looks and functions across your site to confirm it improves the overall browsing experience.
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between primary and secondary navigation?
Primary navigation typically covers your main site sections, while secondary navigation organizes more specific content, like categories or subpages, underneath it.
Does adding secondary navigation require custom code?
The tutorial references code available in the pinned comment, so some setup may involve adding custom code alongside Squarespace's built-in tools.
Can secondary navigation update automatically as I add content?
Automation tools can be used to help keep navigation links current as your site changes, according to the video's guidance.
Who benefits most from adding secondary navigation?
Bloggers, small business owners, and eCommerce brands with multiple categories of content tend to benefit most from a clearer navigation structure.
Watch the full walkthrough
The same steps, demonstrated on screen from start to finish.



