Beehiiv is a comprehensive newsletter growth platform designed to simplify and enhance the process of creating, managing, and monetizing newsletters. Launched in 2021 by Benjamin Hargett, Jacob Hurd, and Tyler Denk, Beehiiv is positioned as the most creator-friendly newsletter platform.
Key Features and Functionality
AI Tools
Beehiiv stands out with its integrated suite of AI tools, which are available to users on the Scale and Enterprise plans.- AI Writing Assistant: This feature helps users generate content quickly by describing the desired output, specifying the length and tone of voice. It can help users avoid writer’s block, generate fresh ideas, and write significantly faster.
- AI Text Tools: These tools allow users to auto-complete sentences, fix spelling and grammar errors, change the length of the text, simplify writing, and alter the tone of voice. This ensures that the content is polished and engaging.
- AI Image Tool: Users can generate unique images by describing what they want to create and choosing a style. This tool is particularly useful for creating thumbnails or accompanying images for newsletter content without the need for extensive graphic design skills.
- AI Translator: This feature enables seamless translation of content into multiple popular languages, helping users reach a broader audience in their native tongue.
Analytics and Automation
Beehiiv offers advanced analytics and automation features:- 3D Analytics: Provides in-depth insights into campaign performance, including open rates, click-through rates (CTR), and return on investment (ROI). This helps users understand subscriber behavior and optimize their campaigns.
- Advanced Automation: Includes a workflow builder and email automations that allow users to segment their audience, send targeted content, and customize subscriber paths based on their behavior.
Monetization and Customization
- Monetization Options: Beehiiv offers various monetization methods such as joining an ad network, boosting other newsletters, and implementing paid subscription models, including a “Name Your Price” feature that allows subscribers to decide their payment amount.
- Personalization & Customization: Users can personalize their newsletters using merge tags and segmentation options, ensuring that the content is relevant to specific audience segments.
Additional Features
- Website Builder: Allows users to host their newsletters online and share them with new or current subscribers. This feature also includes the ability to create a custom mobile app for readers to engage with the content more easily.
- Audio Newsletters: Beehiiv’s AI can transform written campaigns into audio newsletters, enhancing accessibility and reach.
- Email Deliverability: Includes spam testing features to ensure the best likelihood of emails being successfully delivered to intended recipients.