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You can sell an ebook, template pack, or small course from Systeme.io’s free plan. This guide walks through the setup in the order I’d do it.
Menu names change, so treat this as a map and follow the vendor’s help docs for the exact clicks. For the tool overview, see our Systeme.io review.
What you need first
- A finished product (a PDF, a file bundle, or course videos)
- A price (say $19 for an ebook)
- A payment processor account. Stripe and PayPal are the usual picks, but check the supported list for your country.
Step by step
- Create a free account. No card is needed for the free plan.
- Create the product. Add a name, price, and description. Pick one-time payment unless you plan to sell a subscription.
- Build the sales page. Use the funnel builder to make a page with a headline, what the buyer gets, and a buy button. Keep it short.
- Add a checkout page. The funnel builder handles order forms. Connect your payment processor here.
- Set up delivery. Deliver the file after purchase. Courses and membership areas work for video or lessons. A download link or email works for a simple PDF.
- Add a thank-you page. Tell buyers what happens next and where to find the product.
- Write a short email sequence. One email with the download link, one a few days later asking if they had trouble, and one with a related offer.
- Run a test purchase. Buy your own product at a low price or with a test mode, and check that the page, payment, and delivery all work.
Add an upsell or order bump
Systeme.io supports one-click upsells in funnels. If you sell a $19 ebook, a $9 checklist as an add-on is a simple test.
Skip this until the basic funnel sells. More steps means more things to break.
Fees to expect
Systeme.io charges 0% transaction fees on every plan, per published guides. Your payment processor still takes its normal cut, and tax rules depend on where you and your buyers are. Ask an accountant if you’re unsure.
Mistakes to avoid
- Skipping the test purchase. A broken delivery email costs you refunds and trust.
- A long sales page on day one. Start short and add detail when buyers ask questions.
- No refund policy. State it on the page.
- Forgetting the email list. Buyers are your warmest audience. Send them a second offer.
Where the free plan stops
Free-plan caps on funnels, contacts, and courses decide how long you can stay on it. Check the live pricing page, then see Systeme.io pricing and free plan limits for what each plan adds.
Start with the free Systeme.io plan
Frequently asked questions
Can I sell digital products on the Systeme.io free plan?
Yes. Courses, email, a funnel builder, and a blog are all available on the free plan, with usage caps.
What payment methods can I use?
Stripe and PayPal are common. The supported list can differ by country, so check Systeme.io’s help docs.
How do buyers get the file?
Through a course or membership area, a download link, or an email. Pick whichever suits your product.
Do I need a website?
No. A Systeme.io funnel page can act as your sales page.