Freemium Free tier for small lists; paid creator plans

Kit (formerly ConvertKit)

What it is

Creator-focused email platform (rebranded from ConvertKit) with tagging, automations, and landing pages. Popular with authors who treat their newsletter as a business asset rather than a blast list.

Pricing model

Freemium — Free tier for small lists; paid creator plans. Always confirm on the vendor site before buying; plans change.

Regions

UK, Global

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