Starting a newsletter is one of the smartest ways to grow your audience and build a direct relationship with readers in 2025. Beehiiv is a simple, all-in-one platform for this. Unlike traditional blog or website builders, Beehiiv focuses on helping you write, grow, and monetize your newsletter fast.
In this guide, I’ll break down step-by-step how to use Beehiiv to start your own newsletter, build an audience, and turn it into an income stream, even if you’re just starting out.
What is Beehiiv?
Beehiiv is a user-friendly newsletter platform designed for creators and small businesses. Think of it like Kit: it combines a clean writing experience with tools to build your email list, create a website, and make money, all without needing to code or design anything. It’s built for people who want to write, share ideas, and grow an audience, not spend hours tweaking HTML.
Starting at $27.20/month
Key Features
User-friendly interface for project management
Collaborative workspace for team members
Time tracking and invoicing capabilities
Why We Recommend It
Streamlines project management processes up to 10,000 subscribers
Facilitates effective collaboration among team members
Helps track project progress and billable hours accurately
Pros & Cons
- Intuitive interface
- Great for small to medium-sized teams
- Offers invoicing features
- It may need more advanced project management functionalities
- Not suitable for large enterprises with complex project needs
For a detailed walkthrough, check out our YouTube video on how to grow your audience with Beehiiv Newsletter:
Step 1: Getting Started and Picking a Niche
After signing up, Beehiiv will walk you through the basics: your newsletter name, topic (or niche), and how often you plan to send it. You can change all this later, but it’s a good idea to pick a topic you’re genuinely interested in. Consistency is key, and if you don’t like what you’re writing about, you won’t stick with it. You’ll also see Beehiiv’s plans, including a solid free plan to get you started.
Step 2: Writing Your First Newsletter
Beehiiv’s editor is one of the cleanest I’ve seen. You can start with a blank draft or choose a template. The slash command lets you add:
- Images
- Quotes
- Tables
- Lists
- Content blocks
The preview option lets you see exactly how your newsletter will look on desktop, mobile, and inboxes. When you’re ready to send, just select your audience (like everyone or a segment), add your subject line and preview text, and either send it now or schedule it for later.
Step 3: Styling Your Newsletter
Brand consistency makes your newsletter feel more professional. Beehiiv has a “Details and style” section where you can:
- Change header and body text styles
- Adjust colors, spacing, and borders
- Control background and layout in the “Advanced” tab
This way, your newsletter looks like you, not just another template.
Step 4: Growing Your Email List
Before you make money, you need subscribers. Here’s how to grow your list:
- Share sign-up links on your social media and website
- Offer a valuable lead magnet like an ebook or checklist
- Promote offline (like flyers or business cards)
- Turn newsletter content into social posts to reach new people
Beehiiv’s built-in forms and landing pages make this easy.
Step 5: Monetizing Your Newsletter
Once you have an audience, here’s how to turn it into income:
- Affiliate marketing: Share links to products you believe in and earn a commission
- Sponsorships: Brands will pay you to mention them if you have an engaged list
- Sell your own products: Courses, templates, or services
- Beehiiv Boost: A referral program to grow your subscriber base
- Paid subscriptions: Offer premium content for a monthly fee
The key is to lead with value first. Build trust, and the money will follow.
Step 6: Automate and Stay Consistent
Beehiiv lets you set up automated welcome sequences for new subscribers. This is a game changer: you can greet new readers, share your story, or deliver a lead magnet without manual work.
Step 7: Tracking Your Growth
Beehiiv tracks everything: open rates, clicks, and new subscribers. Use these insights to figure out what topics resonate most and adjust your strategy as you grow.
Final Thoughts:
Beehiiv makes it easy to start, even if you’ve never written a newsletter before. And if you’re serious about building your own audience, a newsletter is one of the smartest things you can do.
