
Why Was My Payment Declined on Squarespace? Troubleshooting Guide
Card payments at checkout can be declined for several reasons. Here's how to fix common payment issues:
Common Decline Reasons:
- Invalid payment method
- Incorrect billing information
- Bank-related issues
- Authorization failures
How to Fix Payment Declines:
- Check Payment Method
- Verify you're using an accepted payment card
- Ensure card number is entered correctly
- Confirm expiration date and CVC are valid
- Address Error Messages:
Purchase Error:
- Click "Edit Card" to verify information
- Use "Try Again" to reprocess the payment
- Complete bank authorization if required (EEA customers)
Subscription Failed:
- Double-check card details (expiration date, CVC)
- Contact your bank if information is correct
- Mention attempted charge from Squarespace Inc. (US) or Squarespace Ireland Ltd. (non-US)
- Reactivate Expired Subscriptions:
- Website subscriptions can be reactivated
- Domain subscriptions require renewal
- Google Workspace subscriptions need reactivation
- Email Marketing subscriptions can be restored
Important Notes:
- European Economic Area (EEA) customers may need Strong Customer Authentication (SCA)
- Different procedures apply for renewal payment issues
- Browser issues may prevent proper checkout
- Contact your bank if all information is correct but payment still fails
If problems persist, verify your browser settings or contact your payment provider for assistance.
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