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How Much Does a Squarespace Website Cost in 2025? (Plus the Tools I Recommend to Keep Costs Down)
If you’re thinking about building a Squarespace website, one of the first things you’ll want to know is: how much does it actually cost?
While the platform itself has a clear pricing structure, there are additional costs to consider, from domains and email hosting to extra tools that help you run your business efficiently.
This guide breaks down the real costs of a Squarespace website in 2025, plus the essential tools I recommend—whether you’re just starting out and need to keep expenses low or you’re ready to invest in streamlining your workflow.
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How Much Does a Squarespace Website Actually Cost?
Squarespace offers four pricing tiers, but not all are necessary for every business. Here’s a quick breakdown:
Personal Plan (£12/month) – Best for a simple portfolio or blog, but not ideal for business use as it lacks key features like custom code and e-commerce.
Business Plan (£17/month) – The most flexible option for service-based businesses, allowing custom code, marketing tools, and e-commerce (with a 3% transaction fee).
Basic Commerce Plan (£23/month) – Designed for product-based businesses, removing transaction fees.
Advanced Commerce Plan (£35/month) – Best for larger e-commerce sites needing features like abandoned cart recovery.
Choosing the right Squarespace plan depends on your business model—investing in the right one from the start ensures you only pay for what you truly need.
Additional Costs to Consider:
Domain Name (£15–£20/year) – Free for the first year if purchased via Squarespace, but you might prefer to register it elsewhere for flexibility. I recommend purchasing a domain through a third party for flexibility and control.
Email Hosting (£4.60/month via Google Workspace) – Required for a professional email address (e.g., yourname@yourwebsite.com). Your first year of Google Workspace is free when bought via your new Squarespace website account.
Add-ons (Variable Pricing) – Depending on your needs, you may want extra features like Squarespace Email Campaigns (£4/month) or Member Areas (£7/month).
What I Recommend:
The Business Plan (£17/month) plus a domain is the best choice for most service-based businesses, offering flexibility without unnecessary extras.
Additional Tools I Recommend (And What’s Actually Worth Paying For!)
Having a website is just one piece of the puzzle—you’ll also need tools for content creation, organisation, and client management. Here’s what I recommend based on budget and needs:
What I Recommend for My Clients
For those launching a website and looking to create a professional online presence, these tools are invaluable:
Trello (Free) – Organise website content, plan blog topics, and keep track of marketing ideas.
Canva (Free & Pro) – Ideal for designing brand visuals and graphics for your website.
Flodesk (£29/month) – A beautifully simple email marketing platform (but MailerLite is a good free alternative).
Calendly (Free & Pro) – Streamline discovery calls and appointment scheduling.
What About Email Marketing?
If you’re looking to send newsletters or marketing emails from your website, you’ll need an email provider. Squarespace has a built-in email tool, but there are also popular alternatives like Flodesk and MailerLite. Not sure which one is right for you? Check out my full guide on choosing the best email platform for your wellness business here.
What I Recommend to Keep Costs Down When You're Starting Out
If you’re working with a limited budget, here’s where you can save money:
Stick to free versions of tools like Trello and Canva until you need advanced features.
Start with a basic email marketing platform like MailerLite before upgrading.
Avoid unnecessary subscriptions—focus on what genuinely supports your workflow.
Why I No Longer Recommend Social Media Schedulers
At the start of my business, I used every scheduling tool under the sun—Hootsuite, Loomly, SmarterQueue, Sprout Social, and Planoly. Planoly was my favourite for its grid view, but the reality is, times have changed.
The truth? In my experience, all scheduling tools glitch at some point. Posts fail, captions publish in a wonky and unintended format, and platforms randomly disconnect.
Now, with built-in schedulers in Meta Business Suite and TikTok, there’s no need for extra scheduling tools. Posting directly through native platforms reduces errors and improves engagement—plus, it’s free.
What I Do Instead: I plan content in Trello and post manually or use Meta’s scheduling tools. It’s simple, reliable, and avoids unnecessary costs.
Where to Find Free, High-Quality Images for Your Website
Professional imagery elevates your website, but stock photos can be expensive. Fortunately, there are excellent free alternatives:
Unsplash is my go-to, but there are more and more pushes to buy a subscription.
Pexels – Pretty much the same as Unsplash.
Kaboompics – A softer, curated aesthetic perfect for wellness brands, but I find it clunky to use.
Using Canva Images: What You Need to Know
Canva is a fantastic design tool, but its stock images come with licensing rules.
Free vs. Pro Images – Some require a Canva Pro subscription for commercial use.
Resale & Trademark Restrictions – Always check Canva’s licensing terms before using images for business.
Review Canva’s Terms & Conditions here for the latest guidelines.
Final tip?
Custom brand photography is always best. If you can, mix in personal photos with stock images for a unique and authentic website.
The Final Cost: What Should You Budget for?
Here’s a rough guide based on where you are in your business:
If You’re Bootstrapping (Under £300/year)
Domain Name (~£15/year)
Use free tools like Canva, Trello and MailerLite
If You Want a Fully Streamlined Setup (£500–£1,000/year)
Paid tools like Canva Pro, Flodesk and Squarespace Email Marketing
Final Thoughts
Launching and running a website doesn’t have to be expensive—but choosing the right tools makes all the difference.
If you’re just starting out, keep it simple. Focus on what will help you get visible, book clients, and grow sustainably.
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Sam Ferguson is a website designer and SEO specialist for nutritionists, functional medicine practitioners, and women in wellness. With a unique blend of industry insight and technical expertise, Sam helps clients create impactful websites that attract, engage, and convert. When she’s not designing, you’ll find her sharing practical digital marketing tips to help wellness professionals grow their online presence with confidence.