As my business transforms and technology advances, the tools I require also evolve.
The following list of tools are ones I use on a regular basis, many of which I couldn’t live without.
Online Tools You Can Use for Free (Including Ones I Personally Pay For)
All of the tools listed below offer free plans or free access. Some of them I choose to upgrade to paid versions for additional features:
๐ Tools Available for Free
(โญ indicates tools I personally pay for)
| Tool | Free to Use | I Pay For It | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linktr.ee โญ | โ๏ธ | โ๏ธ | Free link-in-bio with paid branding & analytics |
| Boards App โญ | โ๏ธ | โ๏ธ | Free boards for business, paid upgrade available |
| Canva โญ | โ๏ธ | โ๏ธ | Free designs, Pro for premium assets |
| Telegram โญ | โ๏ธ | โ๏ธ | Free messaging, paid verification |
| Ideogram โญ | โ๏ธ | โ๏ธ | Free AI images, paid enhancements |
| ChatGPT | โ๏ธ | โ | Free AI assistance |
| WordPress | โ๏ธ | โ | Free blogging platform |
| โ๏ธ | โ | Free messaging | |
| YouTube | โ๏ธ | โ | Free video hosting |
| โ๏ธ | โ | Free social media | |
| Microsoft Bing | โ๏ธ | โ | Free search & AI tools |
| Proton Mail VPN | โ๏ธ | โ | Free secure email & VPN |
| Wise Stamp Signature | โ๏ธ | โ | Free email signature tool |
๐ Tools that I pay for (some may have free trials)
These tools typically require payment to use.
| Tool | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Aweber | Email marketing |
| Leadpages.net | Landing pages |
| OptimizePress | Funnels & conversions |
| OโJoy | Digital tools/services |
| Facebook Verified | Brand verification |
| Pictory | Incredible AI video creation |
| Screencast-O-Matic | Screen recording |
| Vimeo | Professional video hosting |
| Malwarebytes _____________________________________________________ Gamma.app | Security & malware protection _____________________________________________________ AI generated Power Points and Slides |
Beginner versus Pro
If youโre just starting out, every tool in the first table can be used for free. As your business or brand grows, upgrading selectively (like I do) can unlock better performance without unnecessary expenses.
It’s not necessary to add all tools at once, add as you need, test and master and move on to the next tool.
I hope this list helps you in your online journey. This Toolkit, both free and paid recommendation, cover most areas of marketing to help promote your business.
Happy creating!
For more helpful tips, stay connected to myย Free Gift Sunday newsletterย by going to:ย ย freegiftsunday.com