Squarespace Charges $16/mo + 2.9% Per Donation. Zeffy Charges Nothing.

Plus Zeffy includes donor CRM, tax receipts, and peer-to-peer tools Squarespace doesn't offer.

Zeffy is trusted by 100,000+ nonprofits

Zeffy VS Squarespace

Zeffy VS Squarespace: What nonprofits should know before choosing.

Pricing

Completely free. Always. But how? →

Varies.

Monthly fees + 3% + card fees

Processing fees

$0 in credit card and transaction fees. Zeffy covers these. How? →

2.9% + $0.30.

Squarespace Payments: Basic 2.9% + $0.30; Core 2.9% + $0.30; Plus 2.7% + $0.30; Advanced 2.5% + $0.30 for domestic cards (credit/debit)

Platform fees

Zeffy never takes a cut. Unlike platforms that skim 3–5%, you keep 100% of every donation.

$0.

No separate platform fee; monthly subscription covers platform access.

Monthly fees

0/month.

No subscriptions, no paywalls. Every org, big or small, gets full access for free.

$16/month.

Basic: $16/month (annual) or $25/month (monthly); Core: $23/month (annual) or $36/month (monthly); Plus: $27–28/month (annual) or $40/month (monthly); Advanced: higher tier available.

Other fees

We've never charged a single cent to nonprofits and we never will.

3%.

Business Plan (legacy): 3% transaction fee on sales; Basic Plan: 2% commerce transaction fee; custom domain typically free for first year with annual plans.

Pricing transparency

10/10.

No platform fees, no credit card fees, no hidden fees, no fees period!

4/10.

Fees buried in support docs, no clear pricing page. Must dig through help articles to understand costs.

Value for money

5/5.

450+ reviews on Capterra. All-in-one fundraising, zero fees, unbeatable value.

4.0/5.

Features

5/5.

No training needed. Built for busy nonprofit teams, not tech pros. Launch a campaign in under 30 minutes.

4.5/5.

Website builder with basic donation tools - requires paid plans and third-party apps for full fundraising features

Donations

Donations without the cut. Custom forms, tax receipts, donor tracking — all fee-free.

Donation blocks available with member areas plan - but no fundraising-specific features like campaign goals or donor tracking

Ticketing

Sell tickets, check in guests, track sales — and keep 100%. No fees. No fine print.

Event pages with RSVP and ticket sales through Acuity integration - requires separate scheduling subscription

Peer-to-Peer Fundraising

Teams or individuals launch fundraising pages in minutes. Track progress, keep 100%. No fees.

No peer-to-peer fundraising - platform is designed for single-organization websites, not supporter campaigns

Auctions

Run auctions without giving up a percentage. List items, track bids, collect payments — all fee-free.

No auction features - website builder only, requires third-party auction platform integration

Raffles

Host online raffles and 50/50s. Track sales, set ticket limits, stay compliant — all without paying a cent.

No raffle tools - would need third-party apps or manual management outside the platform

Online Store

Skip the tool sprawl. Sell merch and manage your store in one place — no fees, no add-ons.

Full e-commerce with product pages and inventory - built for retail, not nonprofit merchandise or fundraising

Memberships

Automate memberships with no per-member fees. Dues go straight to your org — perfect for clubs, alumni, and supporters.

Member areas with gated content and login access - no nonprofit-specific membership management tools

Donor management/CRM

Ditch the expensive CRM. Track donations, send thank-yous, and build donor loyalty — all fee-free.

No donor management - basic contact forms only, no giving history or donor profiles

Emails & Newsletter

Manage contacts and send newsletters from the same place you fundraise. Unlimited sends, no fees.

Built-in email campaigns with templates and subscriber management - not designed for donor communication

Payment Processing

Accept donations, ticket sales, and payments — all 100% fee-free. No cuts, no hidden fees, ever.

Stripe, PayPal, and Apple Pay integration with checkout pages and donation blocks

Payment Methods

All-in-one fundraising: donations, events, memberships, email, and donor CRM — 100% free.

Credit cards only through Stripe. No ACH, bank transfers, or in-person payment options.

Credit Card Payments

Accept all major credit cards with zero processing fees. Zeffy covers the cost — you keep 100% of every donation.

Credit card payments through Stripe integration - requires Commerce plan at $18/month minimum for transaction processing

Apple Pay & Google Pay

One-tap donations and tickets with Apple Pay & Google Pay. No fees, just smooth mobile checkouts.

Apple Pay and Google Pay available through Stripe checkout on Commerce plans

ACH / Bank Transfers

Accept bank transfers with zero fees. Full donation amounts go straight to your mission.

No ACH bank transfer options - credit cards only through Squarespace Commerce checkout

Tap to Pay App

Anyone on your team can take payments from their phone. No card reader, no fees, no friction.

No in-person payment hardware or tools - website builder focused on online transactions only

Support

5/5.

Real humans, real fast. Free email and phone support — no bots, no paywalls, no runaround.

3.8/5.

Support built for website owners, not nonprofits. Email and chat only with slower response times and no fundraising expertise.

Help Center

Searchable help docs, video tutorials, and step-by-step guides — all free, all the time.

Yes - Comprehensive help center with nonprofit-specific guides and resources

Email Support

Email us anytime. Most questions answered within hours — not days.

Email support available but response times slow - built for general website owners, not nonprofits

Phone Support

Need to talk? Call us. Real support from real people who understand nonprofits.

No phone support available - chat and email only with longer wait times during peak hours

Onboarding

Get set up in under 30 minutes. No training required — but we're here if you need us.

Self-service onboarding only — no dedicated nonprofit onboarding or personalized setup; users rely on help center and webinars.

Community

Join thousands of nonprofits sharing tips, templates, and best practices.

No community forum or user groups available

Zeffy is 100% free, always.

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Why Zeffy over Squarespace?

Squarespace looks great, but it wasn't built for fundraising

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Squarespace looks great, but it wasn't built for fundraising

Zeffy gives you donation pages, donor tracking, event ticketing, and email tools designed for nonprofits — with zero monthly fees or transaction costs

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Your website builder shouldn't cost more than your fundraising brings in

Squarespace charges monthly fees, processing fees, and transaction fees before you see a dollar. Zeffy is 100% free, so every donation goes straight to your work.

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Donors give to your mission, not to cover your software bills

Squarespace was built for businesses selling products. Zeffy was built for nonprofits raising funds, with donor receipts, campaign tracking, and thank-you emails included.

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Get started in minutes, not months

Squarespace requires design skills and setup time you don't have. Zeffy's built for small teams who need to launch a campaign today, not learn a new platform.

Questions nonprofits ask when choosing between Zeffy and Squarespace

Does Zeffy really charge zero fees for donation pages?

Yes. Zeffy is 100% free for nonprofits. No monthly fees, no processing fees, no transaction costs. Donors have the option to leave a voluntary contribution to keep Zeffy free, but every dollar of your donation goes to your organization.

Can I track donors and send receipts without paying monthly fees?

Zeffy includes donor management, automated tax receipts, and thank-you emails at no cost. Track giving history, segment supporters, and send updates without paying for CRM tools or email software.

How long does it take to launch a fundraising campaign on Zeffy?

Most teams launch their first campaign in under 30 minutes. Choose a template, add your story and goal, and publish. No design skills or technical setup required.

Can I accept donations without paying for a Commerce plan?

Yes. Zeffy lets you accept donations, sell tickets, and run campaigns without upgrading to paid plans or commerce subscriptions. Everything is included at zero cost.

How much does Square charge nonprofits per donation?

Square charges 2.9% + $0.30 per online transaction. For a nonprofit raising $30,000 annually, that adds up to over $870 in fees. Zeffy charges nothing — no platform fees, no processing fees, no transaction costs.

Does Squarespace have built-in donation forms for nonprofits?

Squarespace is built for general e-commerce, so accepting donations typically requires third-party plugins or integrations. Zeffy includes donation forms, event ticketing, and donor management in one platform — no add-ons needed.

What are the hidden costs of using Squarespace for fundraising?

Beyond monthly fees ($12–40/month), Squarespace charges 2.9%–3.0% + 30¢ per transaction, and you may need paid third-party apps for nonprofit features. Zeffy has no monthly fees, no transaction fees, and no hidden costs.

Is Square or Zeffy better for nonprofit donations?

Square works well for point-of-sale transactions but charges 2.9% + $0.30 per online donation. Zeffy is purpose-built for nonprofits with zero fees, so 100% of every donation goes to your cause.

Can I get nonprofit fundraising support with Zeffy?

Yes. Zeffy offers unlimited email support and live training sessions with nonprofit fundraising experts — all included for free. Squarespace support is general business-focused and often tiered by plan.

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“We were incurring a ton of fees for our past fundraising platform and Zeffy has helped us receive so much more of our donations.”

Zeffy has been invaluable in helping me track our donors, sales, events, and revenue in one spot. The coolest thing about Zeffy is it really is free!

Everything about Zeffy suits us starting with (of course, NO fees) but also the ease of use and customer experience as well as their client support!!

Zeffy is very easy to use and ensures that every dollar quickly gets into our account.. A huge help to our work!

Zeffy is very simple, allows for a lot of customization and seamlessly integrates into our website. The fact that all of this is free is still wild to me.

We couldn't believe there was a free payment platform for our Girl Scout group. Zeffy took ZERO fees from us, which is huge when you run on very small amounts of money.

We were ready to sell tickets in less than 30 minutes. The reporting capabilities were better than some other paid-for sites.

Since using Zeffy, our conversion rate of donations has skyrocketed. It's an easy platform to use. Plus customer support has always been responsive and helpful!