Pay Monthly Websites for Small Business: Spread the Cost or Pay $300 Once
Quick answer: Sir Marketer’s pay-as-you-go option is $100 a week, billed weekly, for the same website you could buy for $300 one-time. If you can pay $300 up front, the one-time price is cheaper after three weeks; the weekly option exists for owners who would rather not pay anything until the site is live.
What is a pay monthly website?
A pay monthly website is a site you pay for in regular instalments instead of one upfront project fee. The term is especially common in the UK and Australia, where many web designers sell a site plus hosting for a fixed monthly amount. In the US the same idea is often called a website subscription.
The appeal is simple: no large upfront cost, and hosting and updates are bundled. The catch is that you keep paying for as long as the plan runs, so the total can end up far higher than a one-time price.
Our two ways to pay
| $300 one-time | $100 a week | |
|---|---|---|
| When you pay | Once, after you approve the free preview | Weekly, starting after you approve the free preview |
| What you get | Your website, hosting and maintenance included | The same website |
| Ownership | Site and domain in your name | Site and domain in your name |
| Monthly equivalent | None after the one-time payment | About $433 a month ($100 × 52 weeks ÷ 12) |
| Cancelling | Nothing to cancel | By phone on +1 888 785 7612 at least 3 business days before the next billing date, under our terms |
We publish both because owners have different cash-flow needs. We would rather you see the real numbers than discover them later.
The true cost: when does weekly cost more?
At $100 a week, the weekly option passes the $300 one-time price at the end of week three. Over a year it adds up to $5,200. If the $300 is affordable, it is the better deal by a wide margin.
| After | Paid on the weekly option | Paid on the one-time option |
|---|---|---|
| 3 weeks | $300 | $300 |
| 3 months (13 weeks) | $1,300 | $300 |
| 6 months (26 weeks) | $2,600 | $300 |
| 12 months (52 weeks) | $5,200 | $300 |
Compare that with doing it yourself: Squarespace’s Basic plan is $25 a month billed monthly or $19 a month billed yearly in the US (Squarespace pricing data). That is cheaper in cash, but you build and maintain the site yourself.
See your website first, then choose how to pay We build a free live preview of your site. Approve it, then pay $300 one-time or $100 a week. Not right? You owe nothing.
Pay monthly websites in the UK and Australia
In the UK, Squarespace’s Basic plan is £16 a month billed monthly or £12 a month billed yearly; in Australia it is A$24 or A$17 (Squarespace pricing data). Many local designers sell pay monthly packages on top of plans like these.
Our prices are published in US dollars, and that is what your card is charged. Your bank converts the payment into pounds or Australian dollars at its own rate and may add a foreign transaction fee, so check your card’s terms before choosing the weekly option.
For UK limited companies, we add your registered number and registered office to the site footer, as UK rules require (GOV.UK).
Who should choose which option
- Choose $300 one-time if you can pay it now. It is the lowest total cost and there is nothing to cancel later.
- Choose $100 a week if you would rather not pay a lump sum, and you understand the weekly total grows each week.
- Choose a DIY builder if you enjoy building and have the time. Our website cost guide compares builder plans in five currencies.
- Ask for a custom quote if you need an online store, a booking system or many pages. Book a website call.
Frequently asked questions
Is $100 a week the same website as the $300 option?
Yes. It is the same website, billed weekly instead of once.
Which option is cheaper?
The $300 one-time option. The weekly option reaches $300 after three weeks and keeps going.
How do I cancel the weekly option?
Under our terms, call +1 888 785 7612 at least 3 business days before your next billing date. Email or chat requests are not accepted for cancellations.
Do I pay anything for the preview?
No. The preview is free. You only pay if you approve it and launch.
Do you charge in pounds or Australian dollars?
No. Both options are charged in US dollars. Your bank converts the charge.
Sources
- Squarespace pricing by currency (Squarespace billing data, updated 5 Oct 2026)
- GOV.UK: Running a limited company, signs, stationery and promotional material
Written by Utkarsh Arora, owner of Sir Marketer LLC. Last updated . Prices and rules are taken from the linked sources on 12 November 2026 and can change; Sir Marketer’s own prices are on the pricing page.