Business Tool Library (BTL) helps to reduce overwhelm by curating a selection of free and low-cost tools to help you start your small business on a budget faster instead of overthinking which tool to use. Having to filter through lots of tools is a real drag, and it slows your progress, and when you spend more than you can afford, worry gets in the way of focus.

It’s the difference between visiting a small library versus a large marketplace. The first is easier to navigate with a calmer vibe. The second can feel like a bit too much.

Business Tool Library aims to be like the first example: less busy and more manageable

Not a review or recommendation site

Everything listed in this digital tool library is included based on general suitability. If the tool is a good fit, you can upgrade whenever you’re ready.

Doing further research before committing to any tool is recommended.

Who’s behind the library?

Denise independently curates and maintains the BTL.

For years, I tried to start online businesses. Although none took off, the one thing I always searched for was free and low-cost tools. That’s why I decided to create BTL.

Most of us don’t have lots of spare cash to splash out on expensive tools in the early days, nor do we have lots of time to search endlessly for a tool that does the job and fits our limited budgets.

Luckily, I enjoy the search. It doesn’t feel like wasted time and instead feels like a treasure hunt, albeit without the clues. I also like to help others get what they need.