Square Online

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Website designing tool for eCommerce businesses

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Amber
Amber
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  • Industry: Alternative Medicine
  • Company size: Self Employed
  • Used Weekly for 6-12 months
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  • Likelihood to recommend 7.0 /10

I made a quick website since I was already using their POS and appointments

Reviewed on 14/07/2022

Easy and satisfying to use. It's not as customizable as SquareSpace, but it looks good and...

Easy and satisfying to use. It's not as customizable as SquareSpace, but it looks good and integrates with a decent amount of third party apps.

Pros

I like how easy it was to create a simple website that looks good and works well with little issue.

Cons

Square Online is meant to go along with their other services, such as POS, inventory management, online shops, appointments, etc. It's not trying to be highly customizable, but it is just customizable enough to do a fine job for most small businesses.

Alternatives Considered

Squarespace

Reasons for Switching to Square Online

I needed something fast with a short learning curve.
TERI
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  • Industry: Writing & Editing
  • Company size: Self Employed
  • Used Monthly for 1+ year
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  • Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10

Square Online another great experience

Reviewed on 13/10/2024

Pros

All Square products are super dependable to have a great UI.

Cons

There was nothing I hated and my expectations were met.

Alternatives Considered

Shopify

Reasons for Switching to Square Online

Square is already easy to use and allows a lot of flexibility.
Verified Reviewer
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  • Industry: Design
  • Company size: Self Employed
  • Used Daily for Free Trial
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  • Likelihood to recommend 0.0 /10

Serious issue with shipping profile setting. Problem remains over 12 months since last brought...

Reviewed on 30/09/2023

WASTE OF TIMEThe app is worthless!

WASTE OF TIMEThe app is worthless!

Pros

Free plan,Relative ease to set up a website

Cons

Serious bug on shipping profile setting. the program is written without a logical mindset. and problem was first brought up in community forum in 2021!!A Custom shipping profile allows Single Ship rate setting. And the insanity is, Square won't permit you to assign the product to multiple custom profiles. So your product is restricted to one custom profile where you can set one or multiple destinations, but with one ONE SINGLE ship rate allowed. The one who wrote the program does not have a sound mental state. The management at Square also have serious problem to allow the issue remain over 24 months.Live Chat agent confirmed with me today Sept 30, 2023, the feature I want is currently not available with Square OnlineWARNING TO WHO MAY BE INSTERESTED TO USE SQUARE ONLINESTay away unless they fix the problem !! It is a joke and a waste of time!

Natasha
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  • Industry: Nonprofit Organization Management
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10

Square Online Simplifies Sales

Reviewed on 25/11/2024

Pros

Square Online is simple to use and track purchases.

Cons

I have not had issues using Square Online.

Verified Reviewer
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  • Industry: Marketing & Advertising
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10

Square Review

Reviewed on 16/06/2021

Been using Square online in terms of website building, CRM marketing and getting clients on board...

Been using Square online in terms of website building, CRM marketing and getting clients on board with a subscription service.

Pros

Really enjoy the point of sale software & hardware, the invoicing ability and the CRM tools that are available with the marketing tools that you can subscribe for.

Cons

The inability to do instant transfers until you've processed a certain amount of payments, payroll fees being deducted per payment versus per service.

Reasons for Switching to Square Online

To combine all of those needs and be able to have a process whereby I can pay people, build a website and process invoices.
Jeff
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  • Industry: E-Learning
  • Company size: Self Employed
  • Used Daily for 1-5 months
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  • Likelihood to recommend 0.0 /10

Unauthorized charges to my clients - Apparently no big deal to Square.

Reviewed on 26/05/2023

I have been with Square for several months now and hoped to have them handling all the payment...

I have been with Square for several months now and hoped to have them handling all the payment processing for the three businesses my wife and I own. After these recent encounters with "support", however, I'm seriously wondering whether that is a good idea.

Pros

Square has an excellent user interface (Dashboard) and all the services I need ... I really like it when all is going smoothly. But I take double-charging my clients very seriously and apparently Square doesn't.

Cons

One of my websites is an information portal that is paid for by monthly subscription. I used a Wordpress plugin that was not the best solution for interacting with Square and came to the conclusion I needed to change ... so I Deactivated the software on my site and revoked the software's authorization (ability to connect) in my Square account. A month later, charges are still being processed for subscriptions made through the old software, so my clients are now being double-billed.I have now called twice about how to stop this. In both calls I was transferred multiple times (spoke to at least five people in each call). When I finally got to someone who was willing to try to address this, both individuals came to the conclusion that there was nothing they could do to stop the unauthorized charges, and both promised me that someone who doesn't take calls would get back to me.Nobody has ever followed up after either of these calls.

Alternatives Considered

PayPal

Reasons for Choosing Square Online

Stripe was constantly changing settings in our account, making access extremely difficult.

Switched From

Stripe
Heather
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  • Industry: Food Production
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 6-12 months
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  • Likelihood to recommend 4.0 /10

Excellent Product with Hidden Costs!!

Reviewed on 25/10/2022

Functionality of the website and operation is excellent. Customer service and knowledge of staff ...

Functionality of the website and operation is excellent. Customer service and knowledge of staff is not what it should be and information regarding fees is unclear.

Pros

I loved how easy everything was and that it was very similar to the way Apple products work.

Cons

There are a LOT of hidden costs with Square. We were going to use Square for our entire operation as it has features for a food business that no one else in the market has. Unfortunately Square charge 50p per online order that is not explained clearly on their website. As we process thousands of orders per week that cost is huge compared to rivals. Square were unable to provide an explanation of what that 50p per order was for and as it can’t be justified we cannot transfer our complete customer base to Square.

Alternatives Considered

Shopify

Reasons for Switching to Square Online

We only use Square for selected customers at certain festivals.
Verified Reviewer
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  • Industry: Cosmetics
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10

Square Online from a Salon's Perspective: A Mixed Bag

Reviewed on 28/03/2024

Pros

Square Online has been a boon for our salon's transaction management and e-commerce. Its user-friendly interface allowed us to quickly adapt, facilitating smooth credit card payments for our customers. The platform's robust analytics have been key in overseeing profits and tax, offering clear insights that guide our business decisions. Additionally, the seamless integration with Square's ecosystem streamlines operations, from inventory management to customer payments, enhancing overall efficiency and the customer payment experience.

Cons

However, Square Online isn't without its drawbacks. Customization of the online store is somewhat limited, posing challenges for salons looking to create a unique online presence. While it performs well for basic e-commerce needs, those requiring deeper customization or unique branding might find it lacking.

Hyeong
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  • Industry: Health, Wellness & Fitness
  • Company size: Self Employed
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Great tool for small biz

Reviewed on 17/10/2024

Pros

Use friendly app, cheap transaction and transfer fees

Cons

Transfer times can take a bit long but there is an option to instantly transfer funds

Presley
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  • Industry: Medical Devices
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Convenient and simple!

Reviewed on 27/10/2024

Sometimes I’m not always at the office and need to take debit or credit card payments. Square...

Sometimes I’m not always at the office and need to take debit or credit card payments. Square online is so simple to use and so convenient! Low prices also!

Pros

The ease of taking debit/credit payments anywhere !

Cons

Nothing I don’t like about Square online !

Laura
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  • Industry: Food & Beverages
  • Company size: Self Employed
  • Used Daily for 6-12 months
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

I love this site and it's features

Reviewed on 16/06/2021

I love how overrall easy it is to use Square from the initial taking of payment, organization of...

I love how overrall easy it is to use Square from the initial taking of payment, organization of reports and invoicing and the value you get for a nominal price.

Pros

Great value for the money, templates make starting up easier than you can imagine, time saving and organization right at your fingertips.

Cons

Some editing features are difficult to understand when adding pages or sections to online platform. Would like to see more instructions or easier to understand instructions when adding products and customization to pages and sections.

Alternatives Considered

PayPal

Reasons for Choosing Square Online

I did not like the cost of the fees associated with PayPal nor did I like the invoicing as compared to Square.

Switched From

PayPal

Reasons for Switching to Square Online

Easier to use, better invoicing, better and more widely used devices for payment and a brand everyone knows.
Amber
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  • Industry: Hospitality
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10

Love Square

Reviewed on 17/06/2024

Pros

I’ve lived using square products. They’re very easy to navigate and set up

Cons

Sometimes I wish the mobile app had all the same features as the web but doesn’t hinder me using it

Chermaine
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  • Industry: Retail
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 1+ year
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  • Likelihood to recommend 5.0 /10

Convenient

Reviewed on 28/03/2024

Pros

Its convenient to use and easy to set up.

Cons

Customer service is terrible and not easily accessible.

Aleah
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  • Industry: Consumer Services
  • Company size: 501–1,000 Employees
  • Used Monthly for 1+ year
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Easy Peasy

Reviewed on 08/04/2024

Pros

I know of caterers that have used Square and it makes things so simple for the purchase of their services or items. Also, there is peace of mind there as far as security goes. I have never had an issue with square whether I am the provider or the customer.

Cons

I have nothing negative to say about Square

Darcy
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  • Industry: Accounting
  • Company size: Self Employed
  • Used Monthly for Free Trial
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Square Online

Reviewed on 26/01/2024

Pros

This is a great way to help me and my customers with easy payment. i have never had a complaint. I have also purchased stuff from others that use square and its just wonderful for everyone.

Cons

I dont have many cons, the easy of Square Online is so fantastic

Daisy
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  • Industry: Retail
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Jd Wireless

Reviewed on 15/06/2021

I enjoy square I’ve been a member with them since 2017 and will continue to do so I just purchased...

I enjoy square I’ve been a member with them since 2017 and will continue to do so I just purchased a square stand for an iPad and will purchase a register to have an easier layout when making transactions.

Pros

I enjoy using Square because it is so easy and user-friendly. My employees just get right on it no need to show them 1 million times because it is that simple I enjoy it and I love to recommend other people to use it as well it’s also inexpensive and I enjoy it because it just takes some money right out so I don’t have to worry about paying no fees at the end of the month it’s already done

Cons

The least I like is how my reader disconnects but it’s fine I’ll just reconnected every day that’s the only downside

Michaeline
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  • Industry: Retail
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 1+ year
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Square Online Review

Reviewed on 15/06/2021

Very happy overall with ease of use. Additional upgrades and additional are appreciated.

Very happy overall with ease of use. Additional upgrades and additional are appreciated.

Pros

Easy to use, inexpensive, integrates with square store easily.

Cons

Website templates are limited and square online stores start to all look similar. Offering discounts with multiple purchased items without using a coupon is not available. Having automatic shipping discounts without using a coupon is not available. Would like automatic discounts and be able to offer free shipping when minimum orders are met. Have to be careful about generating a shipping label because you only get one chance. If a shipment requires two or more labels, can only generate through square online via shippo. Then have to go to shippo to generate additional labels. That is a hassle.

Alternatives Considered

Shopify

Reasons for Choosing Square Online

Wanted to integrate my retail storefront with online storefront

Reasons for Switching to Square Online

I like square products very much!
Fred
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  • Industry: Military
  • Company size: Self Employed
  • Used Daily for 6-12 months
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Finally a Website that is easy to use.

Reviewed on 16/06/2021

My time is important. I dont want to spend my time building or redesigning pages, I want to spend...

My time is important. I dont want to spend my time building or redesigning pages, I want to spend it with my products. Getting them described, priced and listed.

Pros

The ability to add multiple photos and contiually edit photos is probably what I like best. Description of product tells only some about the product. Buyers want to see it. I can easily edit the photos and rearrange them for renewed interest.

Cons

My products need a numbering system that a buyer can easily see and add when asking me questions about the product. Many customers want to use Pay Pal.

Tiffany
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  • Industry: Cosmetics
  • Company size: Self Employed
  • Used Daily for 6-12 months
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Everyone Loves My Page!

Reviewed on 18/06/2021

Overall, Square has been a bigger help than I anticipated. I love that it's not hard to find any...

Overall, Square has been a bigger help than I anticipated. I love that it's not hard to find any answer to any question I have. I plan to use those platform long term.

Pros

Square makes starting an online business seem easy! They keep track of the inventory, allow you to make customer profiles, and be as creative as you like. The best features in my opinion are: the free stock photos, low cost domains, and checkout links.

Cons

Now that I've been using Square for a year now, I realize I would love the option to have my customers control their account and see past orders. I get asked that question a lot. Apparently it's not user-friendly as of right now

Andrea
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  • Industry: Publishing
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Square Is The Perfect Site For Publishing

Reviewed on 15/06/2021

I have used Square almost from the moment I founded our press. It is easy to navigate, easy for a...

I have used Square almost from the moment I founded our press. It is easy to navigate, easy for a web master to add or subtract books, and so easy for our readers to purchase a book or even many books at one time. The site feels very safe to both us and to our purchasers. I also particularly like how quickly payments come in and are clear. I gave up other sites when I began to employ Square. I can't begin to say how very happy I have been with Square in infinite ways!

Pros

In the world of publishing, there are countless ways to access or sell books and magazines. Square makes it easy to place a book up for sale on our site, with full description. Too, the purchasers are able to access the book for purchase even if they are not very familiar with computers or purchase sites.

Cons

It might be a tad easier to work with a template that allows for some changes editorially. For example, there is not a Free Shipping button.

Michelle
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  • Industry: Restaurants
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Long Times Square Supporter

Reviewed on 15/06/2021

Pretty great for all the years we have used it and it has improved since we started using it!

Pretty great for all the years we have used it and it has improved since we started using it!

Pros

Easy to setup - and easy to train staff!

Cons

Customer merging issues, some reporting issues

Alternatives Considered

Clover

Reasons for Choosing Square Online

Cost and better tech

Switched From

Aloha Cloud

Reasons for Switching to Square Online

Easy to understand and could use on tablets
Stephanie
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  • Industry: Food & Beverages
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10

Easy to Use for Professional New Small Businesses

Reviewed on 15/06/2021

Overall, I’ve been pleased with my experience with Square. I was glad to be able to re-negotiate my...

Overall, I’ve been pleased with my experience with Square. I was glad to be able to re-negotiate my processing fee earlier this year, and the online store was really helpful during the beginning of the pandemic.

Pros

My business features both a retail store and a distribution branch, and being able to manage both areas of my business through Square has been wonderfully helpful, especially during my first year of business. The user interface is intuitive and easy-to-use for my staff, and adding and deleting items from the sale screen is quick and easy. Keeping my distribution items separately categorized and off of the retail display makes managing both parts of my business even easier.

Cons

I’ve had some issues with taxes being calculated properly, as I have tax applied to some items and not others. When I calculate what this should be on my own versus what Square says, the numbers haven’t always matched up. Also, getting photos to appear on the same item across devices (Square register, Square app, Square online) hasn’t always worked and has required me to upload the image for a second time or to change the image format.

Jennifer
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  • Industry: Retail
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Business Management all in one place!

Reviewed on 15/06/2021

Love that I can track all inventory in my brick and mortar and online all in one place without...

Love that I can track all inventory in my brick and mortar and online all in one place without extra work. It all happens in the background, and I can focus on other areas of business. Recently added employees and began using payroll. Makes life so simple to track employee hours, maintain schedules, and complete payroll with just a few clicks. It even reminds me to complete my payroll, which I am sure my employees appreciate.

Pros

As a small retail business that is growing rapidly, Square has given me the ability to start with basics and expand as my business has grown. Love that I can manage inventory, marketing, payroll, my online store and loyalty program all in one place. Such a time-saver.

Cons

The online store features have continued to grow this past year, but even being fairly knowledgeable about web design, it has taken some time to find ways to add bells and whistles that take the website to a more professional level.

D. Robert
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  • Industry: Apparel & Fashion
  • Company size: Self Employed
  • Used Weekly for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Weebly, best of online platforms!

Reviewed on 15/06/2021

I originally started with Weebly, in 2005, when I moved to Durango.
I was using FatCow’s service....

I originally started with Weebly, in 2005, when I moved to Durango.
I was using FatCow’s service. It was better than what others they offered.
Then, when I went back in business, I noticed Square had purchased Weebly!
I was in as soon as I could get it started!
Ive been pretty happy so far with service and product.

Pros

Ease of use and adding inventory is a snap!

Cons

Could have a few more templates for the pages.

Ariel
Ariel
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  • Industry: Consumer Services
  • Company size: 201–500 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10

Great order management application

Reviewed on 10/02/2023

Pros

I like that square offers different other features and applications that work with all the other square products. Square is also very easy to use and maintain.

Cons

Sometimes I think that square is physically too small or not sturdy enough.