beehiiv’s Launch plan is a sensible place to test whether your newsletter wants to behave like a publication. It is not a promise that every growth or monetisation feature stays free as the business grows.
What is documented as included
The current pricing page describes Launch as free, with up to 2,500 subscribers, unlimited email sends, and core newsletter, website, and podcast tools. It also shows which growth and monetisation features move to paid plans.
A good fit for
An author publishing a public archive, a consultant testing a weekly point of view, or an educator validating whether a newsletter should become a publication. It is especially useful when your first constraint is learning the editorial rhythm rather than building a complex funnel.
Questions to test before you publish a recommendation
Can the free account express your signup page, archive, welcome message, and export path? Can you accept the branding and feature boundary? Does the publication remain useful without paid recommendations, advanced analytics, or a deeper automation model?
Use this checklist
- Create a publication and one public signup page.
- Send a test broadcast to addresses you control.
- Export the list and save the source evidence date.
- Write down the first paid feature you would need.
Read the official product information
These are direct canonical links. Pricing, plan boundaries, and program terms can change; confirm them at the source before you act.