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Updated 16 April 2026

Squarespace Pricing 2026: Every Plan, Fee, and Hidden Cost Explained

Plans range from $16 to $99 per month with annual billing. Four tiers: Basic, Core, Plus, and Advanced. Here is the full breakdown with every hidden cost, processing fee, and add-on exposed so you know what you will actually pay.

Annual vs Monthly Billing

Annual billing saves between $108 and $480 per year, depending on the plan. Annual plans also include a free custom domain for the first year.

PlanAnnual (per month)MonthlyAnnual TotalMonthly TotalYou Save
Basic$16$25$192$300$108
Core$23$33$276$396$120
Plus$39$54$468$648$180
Advanced$99$139$1,188$1,668$480

Full Feature Comparison

Every feature across all four Squarespace tiers. Click a plan name above for the full deep-dive.

FeatureBasicCorePlusAdvanced
Monthly price (annual billing)$16$23$39$99
Monthly price (monthly billing)$25$33$54$139
Annual savings$108/yr$120/yr$180/yr$480/yr
Free custom domain (1st year)YesYesYesYes
SSL certificateYesYesYesYes
Unlimited bandwidth and storageYesYesYesYes
Contributors2UnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited
Video storage30 min5 hours50 hoursUnlimited
Custom CSS/JavaScriptNoYesYesYes
Premium integrationsNoYesYesYes
Advanced analyticsNoYesYesYes
E-commerceYesYesYesYes
Payment processing fee2.9% + $0.302.7% + $0.302.7% + $0.302.5% + $0.30
Abandoned cart recoveryNoYesYesYes
POS integrationNoYesYesYes
Enhanced marketing toolsNoNoYesYes
SubscriptionsNoNoYesYes
Advanced commerce analyticsNoNoNoYes
Priority supportNoNoNoYes

Total Cost Calculator

Select your use case and add-ons to see the real cost of each plan, including year-one and year-two projections.

Recommended

Basic

$16.00

per month (total)

$192

year one

$232

year two (with domain)

Best Fit

Basic

$16

base price/month

Total: $16.00/mo

$192/yr

Core

$23

base price/month

Total: $23.00/mo

$276/yr

Plus

$39

base price/month

Total: $39.00/mo

$468/yr

Advanced

$99

base price/month

Total: $99.00/mo

$1,188/yr

Prices reflect Squarespace rates as of April 2026. Annual billing shown unless monthly is selected. Free custom domain included for the first year on annual plans. Year two includes estimated $40 domain renewal. Processing fees are charged by Stripe/Square, not Squarespace.

Which Plan Is Right for You?

Portfolio or Personal Site

Basic

$16/mo

Unlimited bandwidth and storage, SSL, a free domain for the first year, and all templates. Two contributors is plenty for a personal site. No need to pay more unless you need custom code or premium integrations.

Service Business or Blog

Core

$23/mo

Unlimited contributors, premium integrations (Mailchimp, Zapier, OpenTable), advanced analytics, and 5 hours of video storage. Lower processing fees at 2.7% + $0.30 if you sell anything through the site.

Small to Medium Online Store

Core

$23/mo

Everything you need to sell: unlimited products, abandoned cart recovery, POS integration, and 0% Squarespace transaction surcharge. Processing at 2.7% + $0.30 is competitive. Upgrade to Plus only when you need enhanced marketing or more video storage.

Growing Store or Digital Products

Plus

$39/mo

Lower digital product fees, 50 hours of video storage, subscriptions, and enhanced marketing tools. Worth the upgrade from Core if your store generates over $3,000 per month or you sell digital products regularly.

High-Volume Store

Advanced

$99/mo

The lowest processing fees at 2.5% + $0.30, zero digital product fees, unlimited video storage, advanced commerce analytics, and priority support. The processing fee savings justify the cost once your monthly revenue exceeds $25,000.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Squarespace offer a free trial?
Yes. Squarespace offers a 14-day free trial with no credit card required. During the trial you get access to all Advanced-level features so you can test the full platform before choosing a plan.
What is the cheapest Squarespace plan?
The cheapest plan is Basic at $16 per month when billed annually ($25 per month if billed monthly). Basic includes a free custom domain for the first year, SSL, unlimited bandwidth, and all templates. It supports 2 contributors and 30 minutes of video storage.
Does Squarespace charge transaction fees?
Squarespace does not charge its own transaction surcharge on any of the four plans (Basic, Core, Plus, Advanced). All plans pay standard payment processing fees through Stripe or Square: 2.9% + $0.30 on Basic, 2.7% + $0.30 on Core and Plus, and 2.5% + $0.30 on Advanced.
How much does a Squarespace domain cost?
Your first custom domain is free for the first year when you sign up for an annual plan. After the first year, domain renewal costs between $20 and $70 per year depending on the extension. A standard .com domain renews at approximately $20 per year.
Can I get a student discount on Squarespace?
Yes. Squarespace offers a 50% discount on the first year of any annual plan. Eligibility is verified through Student Beans. After the first year, pricing returns to the standard rate. This cannot be combined with other promo codes.
What is the difference between Core and Plus?
Core costs $23 per month (annual) and includes unlimited contributors, premium integrations, 5 hours of video storage, and 2.7% + $0.30 processing. Plus costs $39 per month (annual) and adds 50 hours of video storage, lower digital product fees, and enhanced marketing tools. For most small businesses, Core has everything needed.
Does Squarespace include email?
Squarespace does not include email hosting in any plan. You can add Google Workspace email for $7 per user per month through Squarespace's integration. Alternatively, you can use any third-party email provider or free services like Zoho Mail.
Can I switch Squarespace plans mid-cycle?
Yes. You can upgrade or downgrade your plan at any time. When upgrading, Squarespace prorates the cost for the remainder of your billing cycle. When downgrading, the change takes effect at the start of your next billing period. No penalty or fee applies.
How does annual vs monthly billing compare?
Annual billing saves up to 30% compared to monthly billing. Basic is $16/month (annual) vs $25/month (monthly), saving $108 per year. Core is $23 vs $33, saving $120. Plus is $39 vs $54, saving $180. Advanced is $99 vs $139, saving $480. Annual plans also include a free custom domain for the first year.
Is Squarespace good for online stores?
Squarespace is a strong choice for small to medium online stores that prioritize design. Core at $23 per month includes e-commerce with 0% Squarespace transaction surcharge, unlimited products, and POS integration. For advanced features like subscriptions, lower digital product fees, and advanced commerce analytics, Plus ($39) or Advanced ($99) are better suited.