This Python script optimizes images for use on Squarespace by converting and compressing them to formats supported by the platform.

• Processes PNG, JPG, JPEG, and GIF files
• Preserves PNG transparency where necessary
• Converts most images to optimized JPGs
• Maintains original folder structure in the output
• Allows customization of JPG compression quality

• Python 3.6 or higher
• Pillow library (specified in requirements.txt)

1. Download or clone this repository:

   git clone https://github.com/houmairi/img_optimizer_squarespace.git
   

   Or download the ZIP file from the repository page and extract it.

2. Navigate to the downloaded directory:

   cd img_optimizer_squarespace
   

3. Install the required dependencies using the requirements.txt file:

   pip install -r requirements.txt
   

Run the script from the command line:

python optimize_for_squarespace.py input_folder output_folder [-q QUALITY]

• input_folder: Path to the folder containing your original images
• output_folder: Path where optimized images will be saved
• -q QUALITY: Optional. JPG quality (0-100, default: 85)

Example:

python optimize_for_squarespace.py original optimized -q 90

• This script converts static GIFs to JPGs. Animated GIFs require separate handling.
• Video files (MP4, MOV, M4V) are not processed by this script.
• Always review optimized images to ensure they meet your quality standards.

MIT License