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

tambur · ‎01-11-2026

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

TheRealChipA · ‎01-11-2026

@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.

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TheRealChipA · ‎01-11-2026

@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.

Chip A.
Square Expert & Innovator and member of the Square Champions group. (But NOT a Square employee, just a seller like you)

Was my post helpful? Take a moment to mark it as a solution. Marked solutions help other sellers find possible resolutions to similar problems. Also, if you find your solution elsewhere (say, through Support), it is helpful to come back to your post and tell us about it, then mark that as a Solution. Solutions are what this Community is all about!

tambur · ‎01-11-2026

thanks so how do i create a site

TheRealChipA · ‎01-11-2026

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

If you don't have a Square account yet, sign up to create your website
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

Create and edit items for your business
Create and organize item categories
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

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Chip A.
Square Expert & Innovator and member of the Square Champions group. (But NOT a Square employee, just a seller like you)

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