No code tools like Canva and Bubble.io have changed how startups can navigate the costs of marketing. Largely free, some of these tools are designed to help new startups build an online presence and create visibility for their products and services.
It’s never been easier to start a business. If you have a great idea, there is no shortage of tools for taking the initial steps in turning that idea into a company. We’ve compiled 8 no-code tools for startups in this blog post, so you can focus on what makes your business unique and let them take care of the rest.
Startup tools are not necessary for all startups, but for many they are the difference between taking the next step and just floundering. We’ve gathered 8 startup tools that can help you solve specific problems, without requiring any coding skills.
Bubble.io
Bubble.io helps you create your own app. It’s the easiest way to learn how to use the basics of designing an app. It will give you a basic understanding of how a screen works, what a button is, and show you how easy it actually is to make your own app.
With apps becoming big business, Bubble.io can help you monetise your app idea really fast. Bubble.io is the only app in the market that lets you build an app super fast by using drag and drop.
To top it off, Bubble.io comes with all the necessary features to turn your app into a fully functional business. Use Bubble.io to distribute your mobile apps via Google Play Store, App Stores or use Bubble.io’s built-in webserver to upload your mobile app to the internet.
Dropbox
Dropbox is a service that allows you to access the files on your computer with any device. It is an important service because we are in a digital age and we need to be able to access and save files anywhere. With Dropbox you can save your files in the cloud and look at them with any device like a tablet, iPad, phone, etc. It will sync automatically so that no matter where you are there is always an up-to-date copy of your files available.
Dropbox allows for easy sharing of files which cuts down on the time it takes to transfer large amounts of information. This means that the time taken to get the correct information is reduced dramatically. If it is quicker for people to access files they are able to make decisions quicker and with more confidence. Also, changes can easily be made to these files without having someone there to make them for you; this ensures that your information is always current and up-to-date.
Wix
Wix is a genuine alternative to WordPress. com, using a platform that’s 100% their own. Wix was started by a small group of experts from around the world to create an all-encompassing web application for building websites.
Wix is a global cloud platform that makes it easy for anyone to create spectacular websites. Wix makes creating pages, logins, links, videos and more incredibly simple with their drag-and-drop editor.
Wix is so quick and easy there’s almost no learning curve at all—just some basic HTML knowledge helps you get started. As you build your site on Wix, you can connect your website to social media sites like Facebook or Twitter to help share content with your followers.
Trello
Trello is a web-based task management application that organises your projects into boards. Lists are organised into columns, with the project’s title in bold at the top. The app also offers online collaboration features for teams to share lists and discuss tasks.
Trello allows you to visualise your work process in a way that is engaging and easy to understand, helping you meet deadlines and avoid project overload. With Trello, you can collaborate on tasks with other people in real-time by marking them as complete or open up a discussion; track changes; leave notes; or create new cards when projects change. It’s an effective tool for communicating project status within teams (and outside of them when necessary).
WorkFlowy
WorkFlowy is a minimal, intuitive software that helps you organise anything into an easy-to-see list. It’s perfect for work projects, household chores, party planning, and more. Unorganised lists will be a thing of the past.
What WorkFlowy does really well is it’s a very easy way to quickly find a tool, chart, or technique that you’re looking for. There is an extensive collection of tasks and projects to help you get started right out of the gate. WorkFlowy also allows you to import from Evernote, Google Drive, Dropbox and many other cloud storage services.
Notion
Notion is an all-in-one workspace for your team. It’s a place where you can share ideas, mockups, sketches, and more. A collaboration platform where you can do everything from design to development on the same project.
By binding together pieces of work into a single app, your team is given a better understanding of how it all fits together and what decisions have been made along the way. Notion allows team members to make quick decisions without needing to call each other up or ask for help from external sources. It’s designed for fast iteration and productivity by bringing everyone on your team together in one place – no matter how geographically dispersed they are.
Coggle
Coggle is an intuitive mind mapping tool. It is compatible for use on all devices, allows you to save your work and share it with others. Coggle makes it easy to brainstorm ideas, organise plans and generate presentations.
Coggle offers many different features for mapping out information. It gives the user the ability to create sub-categories that can go as deep as needed. Each subcategory has its own tab which you can hide by clicking he small arrow next to it on the toolbar.
Mailchimp
Mailchimp is one of the biggest email marketing services in the world with millions of satisfied customers. They have something for everyone, whether you are looking to send your first email marketing campaign or want to craft the perfect one-to-one email for your potential clients.
It is an affordable service that can help you grow your business fast and with no hassle. As an email marketer, you can build your own store, sell products and help your customers with whatever they need. You can send out updates on the latest offers and special promotions as well as newsletters and catalogs, keeping your customers up to date and informed of all your new products.
Conclusion
The no code revolution is the zeitgeist of the 21st century. A new generation of entrepreneurs, engineers and investors are turning away from the traditional product development process. With the internet economy reaching almost every corner of the globe, there is no more excuse to not create and develop your own business.
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Rohitha Perera is a Content Specialist at Elegant Media, in Melbourne. For the past 20 years, Rohitha has contributed to a diverse range of publications and websites and is a content creator that is interested in all things tech.
