Buttondown

Buttondown is a minimalist newsletter tool built for writers who prefer Markdown over drag-and-drop editors. It is indie-built, fast, and does not get in the way of writing.

For Writers, Not Marketers

Buttondown strips away the clutter of traditional email marketing tools. Write in Markdown, hit send, and get clean analytics. No bloated feature menus, no complex automations. Just a newsletter.

What You Get on the Free Plan

• 100 subscribers - Enough to validate your newsletter idea
• Unlimited emails - No cap on how often you send
• Markdown editor - Write naturally with full Markdown support
• Custom domain - Use your own domain for your newsletter
• API access - Integrate Buttondown with your website or tools

What to Know

The 100 subscriber limit is small, so you will outgrow the free plan quickly if your newsletter gains traction. Paid plans start at $9/month. Buttondown also supports paid newsletters, letting your subscribers pay for premium content.