Last modified on June 19, 2024
As a kinky biz owner, I am dramatically limited in the options available to me to create a site. Which basically means wordpress or bust (or use something like Squarespace while hella censoring myself and hope to stay on their good side). And while I LOVE wordpress – I really hate how it looks.
Thrive Themes changed all of that. Literally.
It has proven to be an invaluable tool in my toolbox (right behind payment processing, because duh) and if you’re playing the WordPress game too, this will change everything for you too.
About Thrive Themes Suite
What it is:
Thrive Themes create conversion-focused WordPress themes, plugins and website building software. They make it possible for anyone to build an online business or website without ever touching a line of code. But more than just creating software, Thrive Themes teach methods for online business growth through their must-read blog and free Thrive University courses. They give you the tools to grow your business and free teaching better than most paid courses you’ll find online.
Why I like it:
This runs almost everything on my website - AND makes it look damn good doing it. Literally everything from page building, to courses, opt-in forms, scarcity campaigns, comment moderation, testimonial collection... you can even make quizzes on your site. On your actual site. If you know anything about the complexities of that, you know that that alone justifies the cost of this software. There are also just a ton of almost "hidden" features they don't even really advertise that you'd otherwise need to hire to developer and pay alot of money to accomplish. Like the second day I was using this I started crying over the "smart site" function. I am not at all being dramatic, this stuff changed my business for the (way) better and reduced my stress levels.
I cannot recommend this enough if you are running a wordpress site and want to do more than just basic blogging! And the fact that it all works together seemlessly so you can ditch a bunch of other pieced-together plugins is just.... chef's kiss amazing.
Pricing:
$299 first year, $599/year afterwards
Disclaimer
While this is a tool that has worked for me, it may not be the right fit for every biz owner. Or for the current stage of your biz. Vet the terms and conditions (especially around adult content) of ANY service you build your business with, in addition to making sure the actual features are a good fit for your needs.
There are affiliate links in this post and I may earn commission for qualifying purchases.
Also know that you don't "need" any of these tools to build a profitable, sustainable business that support you and your family. I just like sharing because we need more kinky businesses in this world and maybe my learnings will help you grow your own empire!
Oh and if you want personal recommendations for your own kinky biz, I can be your mentor and love to geek out about this! Get Vetted for private mentorship here.