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Online Course Tech Stack

Courses sell on a strong landing page plus a warm list. This stack builds the audience first and the launch mechanics second.

Who this is for

Experts packaging knowledge into a paid course, cohort or workshop.

The stack

Website

Free plan available

Our pickKit Creator Site

Why: Landing pages plus list building in one system, so every piece of content feeds the launch.

Budget alternative: CarrdAdvanced alternative: Webflow

CRM

Free plan available

Our pickHubSpot Free

Why: Track partners, affiliates and high-ticket inquiries separately from subscribers.

Budget alternative: HubSpot FreeAdvanced alternative: Pipedrive

Email marketing

Free up to 10,000 subscribers

Our pickKit

Why: Launch sequences, segmentation and paid product delivery built for creators.

Budget alternative: MailerLiteAdvanced alternative: ActiveCampaign

Scheduling

Free plan available

Our pickCal.com

Why: Office hours and coaching calls without adding another subscription.

Budget alternative: Cal.comAdvanced alternative: Acuity Scheduling

Payments

No monthly fee

Our pickStripe

Why: Course sales, payment plans and upsells without a marketplace cut.

Budget alternative: SquareAdvanced alternative: Stripe Billing

Analytics

From $9/mo

Our pickPlausible

Why: See which content drives sign-ups without configuring GA4 events.

Budget alternative: PlausibleAdvanced alternative: PostHog

Optional tools

  • Loom or Descript for lessons
  • Notion course workbook
  • Canva slide templates

Estimated starting monthly cost

$9 – $54/mo

Ranges assume entry-level plans and exclude transaction fees. Prices change — always confirm with the provider.

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Why each pick beats the alternatives for online course businesses.

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