
Report: How to Convert a Mobile Start Subscription to a Paid Website at Squarespace
The Squarespace Mobile Start subscription lets you upgrade your trial website through the iOS app. Here's everything you need to know about this 30-day subscription option.
Subscription Options:
- Personal Mobile Start
- Business Mobile Start
- E-Commerce Basic Mobile Start
- E-Commerce Advanced Mobile Start
Current pricing is available in the app settings under payment.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Website must be in trial phase or previously used Mobile Start
- Upgrade only through iOS app (not available on Android)
- Not eligible if website has/had a Standard Website Subscription
Key Terms:
- 30-day duration with no auto-renewal
- Can't purchase multiple months at once
- Must stick with same plan or switch to Standard Website Subscription
- Can only repurchase same Mobile Start plan after expiration
Unavailable Features:
- Email Campaigns (post-trial)
- Getty Images
- Google Workspace
- Domain registration/transfer
- Point of Sale
- Acuity Scheduling
- Squarespace domain integration
How to Register:
- Open Squarespace iOS app
- Tap More > Settings > Payment
- Choose Subscription
- Review features and tap Purchase
- Confirm with Apple ID password
After Expiration:
- Brief grace period before website deactivation
- Options to reactivate:
- Purchase another 30-day Mobile Start subscription
- Upgrade to Standard Website Subscription
Cancellation:
- Request refunds through Apple (not Squarespace)
- Set website to Private to hide from visitors
Additional Notes:
- Cannot use promo codes with Mobile Start
- Payment management limited in app
- Standard Website Subscription details viewable but not editable in app
- Must use desktop for advanced payment settings
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