Squarespace Payments offers a streamlined solution for processing payments, transactions, and payouts all in one platform. Here's what you need to know about making the switch.

Key Benefits:

• Centralized dashboard for payments, payouts, refunds, and disputes
• Accept major credit/debit cards, Apple Pay, Afterpay, and Klarna
• Enhanced security with PCI Compliance and SSL-certified checkouts
• Next-business-day payouts to your linked bank account
• Simplified transaction fee structure

Eligibility Requirements:

• Available in select regions (check availability guide)
• Active Squarespace trial or paid personal plan (or higher)
• Site owner or administrator permissions

Supported Payment Types:

• Course pages
• Donations
• Invoicing
• Member sites
• One-time purchases
• Subscriptions
• Video pages

Important Considerations Before Switching:

• Saved payment methods will migrate but won't transfer back if you return to Stripe
• Sales history remains accessible
• Stripe account gets detached from Squarespace
• Customer checkout experience stays unchanged
• New bank account connection required for payouts

How to Switch:

1. Wait for email invitation titled "Upgrade to Squarespace Payments today"
2. Open Finance panel
3. Click "Start using Squarespace Payments"
4. Review and accept terms
5. Start import process
6. Connect bank account for payouts

Note for Subscription Products: Existing payment methods continue processing through Stripe during the migration period (up to 10 days). You'll receive confirmation when data import completes.

Additional Features:

• Transaction monitoring
• Dispute management
• 1099-k form support
• Point of sale integration
• Comprehensive reporting

The entire process typically takes 10 days to complete, during which your business operations continue without interruption.

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