Explore Squarespace: Guide to Building Your First Website
Creating a beautiful website with Squarespace begins with a free two-week trial period. During this time, you can explore the platform's features, upload content, and experiment with designs without commitment.
Start by selecting a template from Squarespace's collection. All templates in version 7.1 share the same features and style options, serving as a starting point for your customization. Templates include demo content to showcase possibilities, which you can easily replace with your own material.
Design customization options include:
- Curated font packs and color themes
- Custom logo creation using Squarespace Logo
- Personal or stock image uploads
- Accessible design features
- Drag-and-drop content management
Every Squarespace subscription includes:
- Website building tools
- Content hosting
- SEO optimization
- Built-in analytics
- Mobile-responsive design
- 24/7 customer support
Additional features available on select plans:
- Custom domain registration (free for annual subscriptions)
- Email by Google Workspace
- Email marketing campaigns
- Advanced commerce features
- Member-only content
- Professional stock images
For those preferring professional assistance, Squarespace Marketplace connects you with certified experts who can build your site.
International users can access Squarespace worldwide, with support for:
- Multiple languages
- International commerce
- Various country-specific domains
- Different currencies
When ready to launch, choose from various billing plans:
- Monthly or annual payment options
- Student discounts available
- Different tiers for personal and business needs
Your site goes live once you subscribe to a paid plan and set it as "Public" in Site Availability settings. Until then, you can keep it private or password-protected while finalizing your design.
Existing website owners can easily migrate to Squarespace by:
- Transferring domains
- Importing blog content
- Moving product catalogs
- Following SEO best practices during transition
For additional support, Squarespace offers:
- 24/7 customer service
- Community forum
- Extensive documentation
- Video tutorials
- Professional expert network