Buttondown

Questions

Is Buttondown free?

Yes. Buttondown has a free plan. Paid plans start at $9/mo.

Does Buttondown work with Claude or ChatGPT?

Not officially, as of October 31, 2026. You can still post what you make with it from Claude or ChatGPT using Ghostedit.

What are the best Buttondown alternatives?

Other newsletter tools creators use: beehiiv, Kit, Substack and Mailchimp. Compare them side by side on our newsletter tools page.

How do I post videos made with Buttondown to Instagram, TikTok and YouTube?

Export the video from Buttondown, then ask Claude or ChatGPT to post it with Ghostedit. It goes to every platform at your best time.

Prices from Buttondown's pricing page on October 31, 2026. Something wrong?

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