How to Upgrade from Squarespace Trial to a Paid Website Subscription: Complete Guide

How to Upgrade from Squarespace Trial to a Paid Website Subscription: Complete Guide

By Michael Thompson

November 20, 2024 at 02:31 PM

Site subscription requires purchasing a plan through the Billing panel. You can upgrade during or after the trial period to access additional features and make your site public.

Before upgrading:

  • Verify you're on the correct site URL
  • Review the website launch checklist
  • Ensure you have site owner or billing permissions
  • Check accepted payment methods and currencies

Upgrade process:

  1. Access correct site
  • Navigate to Home Menu
  • Click profile picture/initials
  • Select site to upgrade
  1. Choose subscription
  • Click Subscribe banner
  • Select appropriate plan
  • Pick billing cycle (Annual or Monthly)
  • Annual includes free domain for first year
  1. Enter billing details
  • Provide billing address
  • Choose payment method:
    • Credit/debit card
    • SEPA (Euro currency only)
    • PayPal (non-US addresses)
  • Add promo code if applicable
  • Review total amount and renewal date

After upgrading:

  • Adjust site visibility settings
  • Enable SEO tools
  • Connect payment processors for online stores
  • Access Premium features (Business plan or higher)

Additional services available:

  • Custom domains
  • Google Workspace email
  • Digital Products plan
  • Email Campaigns
  • Acuity Scheduling
  • Getty Images licensing

Each subscription service is independent, with separate billing and cancellation policies.

For billing changes or updates:

  • Access Billing panel
  • View invoices
  • Update payment information
  • Modify subscription plan

Note: If you upgrade the wrong site, you'll need to cancel that subscription and upgrade the correct site, as subscriptions cannot be transferred between sites.

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