Tools I Use

Tools I Use to Build From 0 to 100K

Real Tools. Real Progress. No BS.

Wealthy Affiliate

I started my 0-to-100K build here because it combines training, hosting, keyword research, and community accountability under one roof.

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VLLO

I used CapCut early on, but switched to VLLO for its clean interface, offline editing, and no intrusive disclaimers.

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Canva

Canva handles all my visual branding—logos, thumbnails, pins, and product mockups.

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Pixabay

Every travel photo, RV lifestyle shot, and video B-roll starts here. Pixabay’s royalty-free library keeps my visuals worry-free.

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vidIQ

vidIQ helps me understand what’s working on YouTube and when to publish—my behind-the-scenes co-pilot for growth.

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DIIB

DIIB is my digital dashboard for SEO and growth tracking—it shows what’s improving, what’s not, and gives next steps.

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Google Analytics

The original metric machine. I use it to watch real-time traffic and understand what content drives engagement.

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Other Tools I’d Use (If I Weren’t Already Using These)

These are solid alternatives you can swap in depending on your setup or preference.

Liquid Web

If I wasn’t using Wealthy Affiliate for hosting and site management, Liquid Web would be my go-to. Their support and uptime are rock solid.

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Because I’m already hosting through Wealthy Affiliate, I don’t need this. But if you prefer a managed WordPress host, Liquid Web is excellent.

SiteGround

SiteGround is another top pick — fast, secure, and beginner-friendly. Great for those who want a self-managed experience.

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Because WA covers hosting and domains, I don’t use SiteGround. But for standalone WordPress sites, it’s excellent.

TubeBuddy

If vidIQ wasn’t my ride-or-die, TubeBuddy would be my second choice. Excellent for SEO tagging and A/B testing thumbnails.

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I already use vidIQ, but if you prefer different insights, TubeBuddy is reliable.

Notion

If I wasn’t managing everything inside Wealthy Affiliate’s platform, I’d use Notion for my daily project tracking and planning.

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Because WA gives me structure, I don’t need Notion—but it’s great for creative workflows.

MailerLite

Clean, simple email automation. If I weren’t integrating my list directly through WA, MailerLite would be my first pick.

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Since I manage email through WA tools, I don’t use MailerLite—but it’s a solid alternative for standalone campaigns.