10 Free Sites That’ll Cut Your Project Time in Half.

Welcome, fellow wordsmiths and aspiring copywriters!

Whether you’re years in the biz or just starting your writing journey, these 10 tools will not only elevate your writing but will save you time and energy.

Digital content is constantly changing, and staying ahead of the curve is crucial. Thankfully there’s a plethora of free resources available that’ll supercharge your copywriting skills.

Comment and let us know what your favorite type of copy is. I lean more towards blogging with a growing interest in emails.

In no particular order — Here we go ⤵️

👉🏼 Grammarly: The Grammar Police

Nothing screams unprofessional louder than grammar mistakes. Grammarly is your guardian helping you avoid silly oversights.

This user-friendly tool not only corrects grammar errors but suggests improvements in tone and style. Perfect use during the editing phase of your copy and ensuring it resonates with your audience.

There is a PRO version that includes extra functions, but the free version is just as effective.

👉🏼 Thesaurus.com: Mix Things Up

Variety is the spice of life, and the same goes for your writing. Thesaurus.com is a goldmine of synonyms. It helps you break free from repetitive words boosting your writing with a varied vocabulary. It’ll capture your reader's attention keeping them engaged with your content.

AI is everywhere and the last thing you want is to present your client with repetitive words and phrases that are commonly found with ChatGPT.

👉🏼 Google Docs: A MUST Have

Efficiency is key, especially in the world of freelancing. Google Docs is seamless and easy to use, especially for sharing work with team members and clients. The real-time editing feature makes it easy for everyone to contribute. It’ll simplify proofreading and editing seeing changes noted, recommendations, and approval of the changes before going live.

Chrome has a TON of extensions you can include in the editing side of things. It’s a great way to incorporate a solid SEO extension for your next project.

👉🏼 Canva: Design Like a Pro (I sure do)

Copy and design go hand in hand. Canva is a graphic design tool that’ll empower you to create stunning visuals. At first, it can be intimidating especially if you don't have a design background. I promise that you’ll be creating content while being inspired with so many cool ideas right at your fingertips.

Using trending graphics for your next social media post or newsletter has never been so easy! Once it clicks there is no going back. I promise.

I recently upgraded to being a PRO user, but the free version is a value in itself worth learning.

👉🏼 Trello: Stay Organized

Being a copywriter you’re juggling multiple tasks simultaneously behind the scenes.

Trello is a project management tool that helps you stay organized. Create boards for different projects and add cards for each task keeping you on track.

There is no better satisfaction than ticking them off as you complete each task.

👉🏼 AnswerThePublic: Marketing Research 101

Neil Patel strikes again! If you’re not familiar with Neil and his valuable insight I highly recommend you do your research today.

Understanding what your audience is searching for is crucial. AnswerThePublic gives you the inside scoop on all those burning questions people are asking about a particular topic. Use these insights to tailor your writing giving them a solution to their problems.

Other great resources are Google, Reddit, Quora, and Forums.

👉🏼 Headline Analyzer: Irresistible Headlines is Gold

Your headline is the first impression readers have of your content. Make it count with CoSchedule’s Headline Analyzer. The free version of the tool evaluates your headline and provides suggestions to make it more compelling.

You increase the clicking and sharing of your content. Which is every writer’s goal right?

👉🏼 Pixabay: High-Quality Royalty-Free Images

A picture is worth a thousand words. Pixabay provides a treasure trove of high-quality images for free. Including images related to your copy catches the reader’s attention keeping their eye-balls on the page. Creating an immersive and engaging experience for your readers.

👉🏼 Capitalize My Title: No More Guessing

Ever wonder where your title or subheadings may be missing a capitalized letter? This site is for you. I use this for everything I write before publishing.

Nothing is worse than having everyone read your blog and spot simple grammatical errors.

👉🏼 Hemingway Editor: Simplify and Clarify Your Writing

Last but not least, the Hemingway Editor helps simplify and clarify your writing. Make sure your copy is concise and skimmable identifying complex sentences, overused adverbs, and passive voice.

The site even scores for ‘readability’, which will help you gauge what to improve so your copy is where it needs to be.

A 6th-grade reading level is the sweet spot!

You want your copy fit for all types of readers landing on it. This editor does that and more. I’ve upgraded to PRO recently, for $10 bucks a month it’s a no-brainer!

They’re no regrets about any of the upgraded options I’ve invested in.

Remember — You will save yourself headaches caused by time-consuming daily activities by investing in resources when starting up your business.

If you’ve got a fav that’s not on the list don’t be a gatekeeper — Let us know. Sharing in our community is always appreciated.

Happy writing!

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