- Is Squarespace open-source?: Squarespace is not an open-source platform. It operates as a proprietary, closed-source Software as a Service (SaaS) solution, which means users pay a subscription for its features and services rather than hosting it themselves.
- Who Developed it: Anthony Casalena founded Squarespace in 2003 while attending the University of Maryland. He initially developed it as a personal website building tool and was its sole employee and developer until 2006.
- How long it has been in use: Squarespace officially launched to the public as a website building service in January 2004.
- Payment Model: Users pay a monthly or annual subscription fee for different tiers of service, which offer varying levels of features and suppor