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Enable checkout on your custom domain in Squarespace by ensuring SSL is secure, testing in incognito mode, and setting site visibility to public to avoid errors. This enhances user experience and builds trust during purchases. Regularly check settings to maintain functionality.
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Setting Up On-Domain Checkout in Squarespace
Secure and streamline your checkout process directly on your custom domain with Squarespace.
TL;DR: Key Points
- Turn on checkout on your custom domain to keep the shopping experience smooth and secure
- Make sure SSL is turned on and set to Secure for checkout on your domain to work
- Direct access via your custom URL, like https://yourdomain.com/checkout, confirms it's working
- Use incognito mode to test what real shoppers actually see
- Set site visibility to Public to avoid 404 errors after checkout
Why Keep Checkout on Your Domain
When you turn on checkout on your domain in Squarespace, your customers go to a secure checkout page that stays within your site. This means your checkout URL shows your main domain (like https://yourdomain.com/checkout), which keeps the buying process smooth and builds trust because everything looks consistent with your brand.
Setting It Up
Checkout on your domain turns on automatically when you tick these boxes:
- You own a custom domain or subdomain (including ones you've moved to or connected with Squarespace)
- SSL is switched on and set to 'Secure'
To check if it's working, go to Checkout Settings and open the Checkout panel. If you see your custom domain listed in the 'Checkout on your domain' section, you're sorted.
When Things Go Wrong
Sometimes the checkout might default to Squarespace's built-in domain instead of your custom one. This usually happens if you're logged into your account whilst testing. To see what actual customers experience:
- Open an incognito browser window
- Visit your site and try a test purchase
If problems continue:
- Check your Checkout panel settings again
- Make sure the checkout URL is right and review your SSL settings
Quick tip: Test your checkout process in incognito mode regularly. You'll catch problems before your customers do, which keeps the shopping experience smooth.
Common Questions
Does checkout on your domain work on all Squarespace plans?
Checkout on your domain turns on by default if you have a custom domain or subdomain with SSL turned on and set to Secure. It works for all qualifying domains.
How do I check if checkout on my domain is working?
Go to Checkout Settings, open the Checkout panel, and look under Checkout on your domain. If your custom domain shows in the checkout URL, it's working.
What if shoppers see a 404 page after checkout?
If shoppers hit a 404 page after checkout, check your site's visibility is set to Public. This should fix the problem.
What These Terms Mean
SSL (Secure Sockets Layer): Technology that creates a secure connection between your website and a visitor's browser. It keeps all data transferred private and secure.
PCI compliant: Following standards that make sure companies processing credit card information keep everything secure and protect customer card details.
Wrapping Up
Setting up checkout on your domain in Squarespace makes the user experience smoother and builds trust when customers are ready to buy. Follow the setup and troubleshooting steps above to make sure your online shop is secure, professional, and easy for customers to use.