Buttondown pricing: tiers, seat costs, and hidden fees
Buttondown is a small-team newsletter platform with a free tier up to 100 subscribers and à la carte add-ons starting at $9 per month for power features.
Public pricing tiers
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For 10 seats on Standard add-ons, current public pricing implies $9 per month when annual pricing is available, or $9 month-to-month.
Hidden fees and quote risks
- Each add-on bundle stacks on top of the base subscriber fee
- Pricing assumes at most one email per day to the full list
Enterprise notes
No formal enterprise plan; 501(c)(3) nonprofits receive a 50% discount on any plan.
Closest alternatives
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Sources
Pricing changes frequently. Confirm directly with the vendor before purchase.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Buttondown cost?
Buttondown pricing depends on its À la carte add-ons with subscriber base. The page lists public tiers and flags custom or usage-based items that require vendor confirmation.
What is the main hidden fee risk for Buttondown?
Each add-on bundle stacks on top of the base subscriber fee
Which Buttondown alternatives should buyers compare?
Substack, beehiiv, Kit, Ghost are the closest alternatives most procurement teams compare against Buttondown.