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BIG CARTEL VS. SQUARESPACE

“Have you tried switching to Big Cartel?” says every Big Cartel seller to their Squarespace-selling friends.

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YOUR WALLET WILL THANK YOU

A quick look at how our prices stack up compared to Squarespace:

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No free plan

Offers free plan

Basic plan

$25/mo + platform fees

Free plan

$0/free

Core plan

$39/mo + platform fees

Platinum plan

$15/mo

Plus plan

$65/mo + platform fees

Diamond plan

$30/mo

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LIKE SIMPLICITY? TIME TO SWITCH

For 20 years, Big Cartel has prioritized simplicity—easy setup, clear pricing, and no overwhelming design choices or confusing payment terms like Squarespace.

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MAKERS & DOERS ARE DITCHING SQUARESPACE FOR:

Simpler store setup, real human support, and $0 to start—no hidden fees, we promise. Makes sense, right?

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NOT A DESIGNER? NO PROBLEM

Customize your store in minutes with our easy to use shop designer. Our templates make it easy to launch in style and focus on what matters most: selling.

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What You See is What You Pay

Big Cartel is built for independent artists and makers, not enterprise. You get straightforward pricing and 0% transaction fees, so more of every sale stays with you. No surprise charges, no cut taken off the top.

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IMPORT EVERYTHING: CLICK, CLICK, DONE

Ready for an easy switch? Just export your products from Squarespace and import them to Big Cartel in minutes with the Product Import feature.

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BIG CARTEL VS. THE REST

Unbeatable prices, simple setup, and full support—see how Big Cartel stands out.

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