Squarespace's built-in templates are included with every plan, so there's no extra charge to use them. Third-party premium templates are sold separately by independent designers.
Built-in templates are often styled around a type of business too, but they usually need more fleshing out, especially the copy. Premium templates are built by designers who know Squarespace's tips and tricks, through hands-on experience or training from well-known Squarespace educators. They usually come with layouts, sample copy, and setup guidance already in place.
When a premium template makes sense:
• You've started building, and the blocks or the mobile layout aren't looking right.
• You'd like a little hand-holding, with a pre-designed template whose page flow already supports your website goals.
• You want access to a designer who can offer a Squarespace discount and support while you build.
Whichever you choose, you still need a paid Squarespace plan to publish your site.
August Cura Studio templates are third-party premium templates, each made for one type of business. They're designed by a Squarespace Circle Gold Partner who completed Squarestylist's foundation course, training that shaped how the templates are built. Each one is a digital template, not a physical product or a done-for-you build, and it's delivered within 24 hours of purchase. Every template includes 20% off your first annual Squarespace plan. Templates are non-refundable because they're digital products.
