Squarespace review

Yes, and that isn't marketing: we've watched non-technical friends build sites over a weekend that they're still happy with. It's what Squarespace does better than anyone. The templates are tasteful enough that it's hard to produce something ugly, and hosting, domains, and updates are handled. For a professional-looking presence without hiring anyone, it's the shortest path.

More than most people realise, and it's the strongest argument for the platform. You can buy your domain there, connect Google Workspace for email, and take bookings through Acuity Scheduling, which shares its corporate roof and integrates tightly. It now handles memberships, selling and delivering courses, and decent ecommerce. As an ecosystem, it does a better job for less than several competitors.

The built-in email automation, which is frustratingly basic. We've raised it directly and got a version of "yes, it's something people ask about" back. If email is a real part of how you sell, run a proper email platform alongside it. Everything else on the platform is stronger.

When you can name something specific you need and the template can't do it. Working inside a well-designed system makes Squarespace beautiful out of the box, and constrains you when you want custom work. The ceiling is much higher than it used to be. But if you already know you need deep control, starting here usually means paying to rebuild later.

A business on its way to its first six figures. It's a simple, low-cost way to get a credible site up, generate leads, and take payment, which is exactly what matters at that stage, with nothing to hire for or maintain. That's a real recommendation, not a consolation prize: plenty of businesses never need more.