At a Glance
Ideal for
Educators wanting no transaction fees
Consider that
Less marketing features
Typical cost: $49/mo
Best For
Educators wanting no transaction fees
Product Screenshots
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About Thinkific
Thinkific is a course platform with no transaction fees. Build your course business with full ownership and control.
Key Features
Course builder
No transaction fees
Communities
Live lessons
Drip content
Bulk selling
Things to Consider
Less marketing features
UI less modern
Communities need higher tier
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Founder Reviews
4/5Editorial Review
Strong marketing solution. Educators wanting no transaction fees.
Reviewed December 2025 by our editorial team
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