If you’ve added a video to your Squarespace site and want it to autoplay when someone scrolls past, you’re in the right place.

In this post, I’ll walk you through exactly how to set up autoplay for videos on Squarespace and share some best practices for using autoplay without annoying your visitors.

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Why Use Autoplay for Video?

Autoplay can be a powerful way to grab attention and make your site feel more dynamic. Whether you’re showcasing a product, a process, or a creative project, having a video play automatically helps ensure no one misses it.

That said, there are a couple of important things to keep in mind:

Videos must be muted to autoplay
Autoplay should be used tastefully to avoid overwhelming users

Let’s walk through how to set this up.

How to Set Up an Autoplaying Video in Squarespace

Add a Video Section

Navigate to your Squarespace editor
Scroll to where you want the video to appear
Click Add Section, then choose Video

2. Adjust Video Settings

Double-click the video block
Toggle Mute Video (this is required for autoplay to work)
Enable Autoplay
Enable Loop so the video doesn’t stop and show a replay button

3. Turn Off Play Controls (Optional)

If you want the video to feel more like a visual design element than an interactive player, turn off the play controls

This creates a cleaner, more immersive experience

turn off player controls on squarespace videos

Save Your Changes

Click Save and preview your site
The video should autoplay, loop continuously, and act more like a visual feature.

Optional: Customizing Video Controls

If you do want some form of video controls, Squarespace offers two options:

Minimal Controls: Shows a play/pause button and timeline on hover
Full Controls: Includes timeline, play/pause, volume, settings, and fullscreen options

To enable these:

Double-click your video
Under Play Controls, choose Minimal or All
Click Save to update the section

You can experiment with these to see what fits your design best.

Best Practices for Autoplay Videos

Always mute autoplay videos
Use loop for a smoother experience
Avoid full controls unless the video is essential viewing
Consider loading performance - compressed or short videos are better
Test on mobile to ensure responsiveness

Final Thoughts

Autoplay videos in Squarespace are a great way to add energy and motion to your site, especially when used decoratively. With just a few clicks, you can set up a looping, muted video that plays automatically as visitors scroll.