Podia

Podia combines courses, digital products, email marketing, and community in one all-in-one platform designed for indie hackers who don't want to juggle multiple tools. While Podia removed its free tier in October 2024, the 30-day free trial gives full access to all features, making it viable for validation. The Mover plan ($39/month) includes unlimited products, email marketing (up to 100 free subscribers), and 5% transaction fees. The Shaker plan ($89/month) removes fees entirely, includes affiliate marketing, and justifies its price through zero transaction fees for serious course creators.\n\nPodia's standout is unified website building, email automation, and community—everything indie hackers need bundled. Unlike competitors requiring multiple service integrations, Podia eliminates tool sprawl. The pricing removes free tier friction to push creators to commitment, making it best for solopreneurs ready to invest in proven infrastructure.