How to Add an End Screen to a Squarespace Video Block
If you use video blocks in Squarespace, you may want to show something custom after the video finishes playing.
For example, you might want the end of the video to show a button, message, image, link, call to action, or next step.
That kind of ending is called a video end screen.
It is useful when you do not want visitors to watch a video and then hit a dead end.
Squarespace video blocks are useful for adding videos to a page, but they do not include a built-in setting for creating a custom end screen.
The easiest way to solve this is with the Advanced Video Block End Screens for Squarespace plugin from SquareSkills.
Can you add an end screen to a Squarespace video block?
Yes, you can add an end screen to a Squarespace video block, but Squarespace does not include this as a native video block setting.
By default, a Squarespace video block lets you add or upload a video, set a featured image, add a description, and adjust basic playback settings.
But if you want to control what appears after the video ends, you need a custom solution.
That matters because the end of a video is one of the best moments to guide the visitor toward the next action.
Why add an end screen to a Squarespace video?
Most videos on a website are there for a reason.
You may be using a video to:
introduce your business
explain a service
show a product demo
teach a lesson
present a testimonial
walk through a process
promote an offer
invite someone to book a call
send visitors to another page
Without an end screen, the video simply stops.
That can feel unfinished.
A custom end screen gives the viewer a clear next step after watching.
Examples of Squarespace video end screens
A custom video end screen can be used in several ways.
You might show:
a “Book a Call” button
a “Buy Now” button
a link to the next lesson
a product image
a lead magnet signup
a replay prompt
a thank-you message
a testimonial quote
a next video recommendation
a custom branded image
The right end screen depends on what the video is meant to do.
For a sales page, the end screen might point to a checkout or booking link.
For an online course, the end screen might direct the student to the next lesson.
For a portfolio or case study page, the end screen might invite the visitor to view more work.
The problem with the default Squarespace video block
The default Squarespace video block is designed for simple video placement.
That is usually enough if you only need to embed a video on a page.
But it becomes limiting when you want the video experience to feel more intentional.
A visitor watches the video, reaches the end, and then there is no custom message or next step inside the video area.
This is especially noticeable on landing pages, sales pages, course pages, product pages, and service pages.
The video may do its job, but the ending does not continue the path.
Why YouTube end screens may not be enough
If your video is hosted on YouTube, you might think about using YouTube’s built-in end screen tools.
That can work in some cases, but it is not always the right fit for a Squarespace page.
YouTube end screens are controlled inside YouTube, not inside Squarespace.
They are also designed around YouTube actions, such as watching another YouTube video or subscribing to a YouTube channel.
But on your own website, the next step might be different.
You may want visitors to stay on your site, click a Squarespace button, visit a product page, join your email list, or book a consultation.
That is why a site-based end screen can be more useful than relying only on the video platform.
The easier way: use a Squarespace video end screen plugin
The Advanced Video Block End Screens for Squarespace plugin lets you add a custom end screen to Squarespace video blocks.
Instead of letting the video end with nothing to do, you can use the end screen area to guide the visitor toward the next step.
This gives your Squarespace video block a more intentional ending.
It turns the video from passive content into part of the page’s conversion path.
When this plugin is useful
This plugin is especially useful for:
sales pages
service pages
course lessons
product demos
webinar replays
portfolio videos
testimonial videos
onboarding pages
landing pages
lead generation pages
Any time a video is meant to move the visitor toward an action, an end screen can help.
The goal is not just to make the video look better.
The goal is to help the viewer know what to do after watching.
Best practices for video end screens
Keep the end screen simple.
The viewer just finished watching a video. Do not overwhelm them with too many choices.
A strong end screen usually has one clear next step.
For example:
“Book your consultation”
“View the next lesson”
“Download the guide”
“Shop the product”
“See the full case study”
“Start your free trial”
Use the same language you would use on the rest of the page.
If the page is about booking a call, the end screen should probably point to the booking call.
If the page is a lesson, the end screen should probably point to the next lesson.
If the page is a product demo, the end screen should probably point to the product or checkout.
Where to place videos with end screens
Video end screens work best when the video has a clear job on the page.
For example, you might use one:
near the top of a landing page
inside a product explanation section
after a case study video
at the end of a course lesson
inside a members-only resource page
on a client onboarding page
in a tutorial or walkthrough
Do not add end screens just because you can.
Use them when the viewer needs a next step after the video ends.
Does a video end screen help conversions?
A video end screen can help conversions by making the next action more obvious.
It does not force anyone to click.
But it reduces the chance that someone watches the video, understands the message, and then leaves because there is no clear path forward.
That matters on pages where the video is doing important work.
If the video explains the offer, shows the product, answers objections, or builds trust, the end of the video is a natural place to invite the next step.
Add an end screen to your Squarespace video block
If you want to add a custom end screen to a Squarespace video block, use the Advanced Video Block End Screens for Squarespace plugin from SquareSkills.
It gives your video a more useful ending and helps guide visitors toward the next step after they finish watching.
For landing pages, course lessons, product demos, service pages, and sales videos, this is a simple way to make Squarespace video blocks more intentional.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you add an end screen to a Squarespace video block?
Yes. You can add an end screen to a Squarespace video block with a custom plugin or custom code. Squarespace does not include a native end screen setting for video blocks.
Does Squarespace have built-in video end screens?
No. Squarespace video blocks include basic video options, but they do not include a built-in custom end screen feature.
What can I put on a video end screen?
You can use a video end screen to show a button, link, message, image, next step, call to action, or custom visual after the video finishes.
Should I use a YouTube end screen or a Squarespace end screen?
Use a YouTube end screen if your goal is to send people to more YouTube content. Use a Squarespace-based end screen if your goal is to guide visitors through your website, offer, course, product, or booking flow.
What types of pages need video end screens?
Video end screens are useful on sales pages, service pages, course lessons, landing pages, product demo pages, onboarding pages, and any page where the video should lead to a next action.
Can a video end screen help people take action?
Yes. A clear end screen can make the next step easier to see after someone finishes watching a video.
