Accepting payments through your Squarespace store requires connecting to either Squarespace Payments or a third-party payment processor. Here's what you need to know about your payment processing options:

Squarespace Payments

• Accepts Visa, Mastercard, AMEX, Discover, Apple Pay
• Supports buy now, pay later services: Afterpay/Clearpay, Klarna
• Includes Link by Stripe integration
• Not available for point of sale or Acuity Scheduling

Stripe Integration

• Processes credit/debit cards without customer accounts
• Accepts Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover (US only)
• Supports Apple Pay on compatible devices
• Available in test mode for trial sites

PayPal Integration

• Enables PayPal and Venmo payments
• Requires business account
• Widely available internationally
• Supports multiple currencies

Square for Point of Sale

• Available for in-person payments only
• Requires Commerce Basic or Advanced plan
• US merchants only
• Processes both cash and card payments

Processing Fees Overview:

• Squarespace Payments: Varies by region
• Stripe: Country-specific rates
• PayPal: Standard business rates
• Square: Varies by payment method
• Afterpay/Clearpay: 6% + $0.30 USD / £0.30

Important Considerations:

• Choose processors based on your location and needed payment methods
• International support varies by processor
• Currency options depend on connected bank account location
• Payment processors must be set up separately for different Squarespace services

Additional Support Options:

• Squarespace Forum community
• Circle partner program
• Professional Squarespace Experts
• Online guides and tutorials

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