Yes, but only for building and previewing your site. Squarespace's standard free trial lasts 14 days and doesn't ask for a credit card, so you can design pages, test features, and add your content before paying anything.
What the trial can't do: You can't publish a live site to the public on your own domain, and trial sites aren't indexed by search engines. A public business website needs a paid plan.
When the trial runs out: A standard trial can be extended once, for seven more days. If you don't choose a plan, Squarespace emails you before deleting the trial site.
The trial works well for a private draft, or for deciding whether Squarespace suits you before you commit.
When you buy an August Cura Studio template, the site is set up on a Squarespace trial through a Circle partner account, then transferred to you. Circle partners can start trials that run longer than the standard 14 days, which gives you more time to add your content before choosing a plan.
Last checked: October 27, 2026
