Determine if you should switch from a Business plan to a Commerce plan based on your sales volume and business needs.

The Business plan works well for selling limited products with basic shipping requirements. However, upgrading to a Commerce plan might be more cost-effective as your business grows.

When to Choose Basic Commerce

Switch to Basic Commerce when your annual revenue exceeds $3,200. Here's why:

• Eliminates the 3% Squarespace transaction fee
• Annual savings of $48 compared to Business plan if sales exceed $1,600/year
• Includes product sales and conversion funnel analysis tools
• Better suited for growing e-commerce businesses

When to Choose Advanced Commerce

Consider Advanced Commerce if you need:

• Subscription product capabilities
• Complex shipping options
• Advanced marketing features including:
  • Abandoned checkout recovery
  • Automatic discounts
  • Enhanced customer retention tools

Cost Considerations

Plan costs are prorated when upgrading, based on:

• Days remaining in current billing cycle
• Price difference between plans
• Current plan payments already made

Switching Plans

You can change your plan anytime as your business needs evolve. The transition is seamless, and you'll only pay the difference between plans for the remaining billing period.

Remember to analyze your monthly sales volume and specific feature requirements when deciding which plan best suits your business needs.

For detailed pricing comparisons and requirements of each plan, consult Squarespace's current pricing page or a knowledgeable representative.

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