can i open a website when i am on free trial?

[tambur]

can i open a website when i am on free trial?

[TheRealChipA · Accepted solution]

@tambur by "open" a website do you mean build and publish one to try it out?  If yes, then the answer is yes you can.  Keep in mind, though, that you'll only have access to basic website features.  Some features require a paid plan (like having a custom URL rather than a free .square.site URL.

[tambur]

thanks so how do i create a site

[TheRealChipA]

The general steps are below.  Note that some of these steps are only needed if you are going to have an online store for selling items on your site.

Creating Your Free Square Online Site

Here's how to get started with a free Square Online website:

Step 1: Sign Up or Access Your Dashboard

1. If you don't have a Square account yet, sign up to create your website
2. If you already have a Square account, sign in to your Square Dashboard and go to Online > Websites (or Online store)

Step 2: Create Your Site

When you first set up your Square Online site, you'll automatically get a free subdomain based on your business information (like "mybusiness.square.site"). This gets you up and running quickly while you build your brand.

Step 3: Build Your Item Catalog

1. Create and edit items for your business
2. Create and organize item categories
3. Set up items specifically for your website for online selling

Step 4: Customize Your Website

• Choose from customizable templates and section-based elements
• Add pages and navigation
• Add your logo, images, and branding
• Customize colors, fonts, and styles
• Add contact information and forms

Step 5: Set Up Fulfillment Methods

Configure how customers will receive their orders (delivery, pickup, etc.)

Step 6: Publish Your Site

When everything is ready, publish your website to make it live for customers to see.

Free vs. Paid Plans

• Square Online Free: Get started with basic features
• Square Online Plus & Premium: Access enhanced features and customization options

Sources:

• Set up your website
• Use a free subdomain with your online store

[emilyyy37]

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@TheRealChipA wrote:

@tambur by "open" a website do you mean build and publish one to try it out?  If yes, then the answer is yes you can.  Keep in mind, though, that you'll only have access to basic website features https://theastutebetaservers.com/.  Some features require a paid plan (like having a custom URL rather than a free .square.site URL.

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I also have the same question, because I think it depends on what the free trial actually includes and whether the platform allows a website to be published or accessed publicly during the trial period. Some services let you build and preview a website during a trial but may restrict publishing, custom domains, or public access until you choose a paid plan. Others may provide a temporary website address that can be opened normally while the trial is active. I would also be interested in knowing whether there is any difference between opening your own website while logged into the platform and having someone else access the published site through its public link. The wording of the trial terms would probably clarify whether website access is included or whether there are restrictions on publishing.