7 Free AI Tools Every Blogger Should Use (To Grow Traffic & Income)
Work Smarter, Write Faster, Earn More – Without Spending a Dime
Blogging can be overwhelming: SEO, content writing, images, social media… π΅
But what if I told you there are FREE AI tools that can help you do it all — faster and smarter?
In this post, I’m sharing 7 amazing AI tools that are 100% free and will help you grow your blog, boost traffic, and make money — even as a beginner.
π§ 1. ChatGPT (Free by OpenAI)
Best for: Writing blog posts, generating ideas, creating outlines
With ChatGPT, you can:
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Generate blog post ideas
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Create SEO-optimized titles and outlines
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Draft full articles in minutes
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Improve grammar and tone
π Prompt to try:
"Write a 1,000-word blog post about 'How to Start a Profitable Blog in 2024' with SEO keywords."
π° Monetization Tip: Use ChatGPT to write affiliate product reviews or comparison posts that convert well.
π§° 2. Notion AI (Free for Personal Use)
Best for: Planning your blog content, managing tasks, storing ideas
Notion + Notion AI = Productivity Powerhouse.
You can build:
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A blog editorial calendar
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A keyword tracker
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Templates for blog workflows
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Monthly income/traffic trackers
π‘ Combine it with ChatGPT to build your own content system for consistent publishing (→ more AdSense $!).
π· 3. Canva (Free Plan)
Best for: Blog visuals, Pinterest pins, thumbnails, social graphics
Use Canva’s AI-powered Magic Design to:
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Create beautiful featured images
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Generate Pinterest Pins (great for traffic!)
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Design email headers & lead magnets
π° Monetization Tip: Use Canva to design freebies (PDFs, checklists) for growing your email list = long-term profit.
✍️ 4. Grammarly (Free Plan)
Best for: Fixing grammar, improving clarity
Even if you use ChatGPT, you’ll want Grammarly to:
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Polish your content
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Catch spelling/grammar issues
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Improve tone for your audience
π§ Pro bloggers use Grammarly to keep their writing clear and professional = builds reader trust → better conversions.
π 5. Ubersuggest (Free Plan by Neil Patel)
Best for: Keyword research, SEO audits
Use it to:
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Find low-competition blog post keywords
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See what your competitors are ranking for
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Track your SEO performance
π° Monetization Tip: Target long-tail keywords that are easier to rank for → get more organic traffic → increase ad & affiliate revenue.
π 6. Surfer AI Free Tools (Content Editor Lite)
Best for: SEO content structure & optimization
The free version of Surfer’s tools allows you to:
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Check your article’s SEO score
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Improve headings, keyword usage
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Beat your competitors in search
Perfect for bloggers who want to grow traffic with smart content planning.
π 7. Pictory.ai (Free Trial)
Best for: Turning blog posts into short videos
Don’t let your blog live only on your website. Pictory turns blog content into:
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YouTube Shorts
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Pinterest Idea Pins
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Instagram Reels
π° Monetization Tip: Repurpose blog posts into video content with affiliate links or product mentions!
π§© Bonus: Combine These Tools for Max Impact
Here’s a simple workflow you can follow using the 7 free tools:
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Use ChatGPT to generate blog ideas + write outlines
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Do SEO keyword research with Ubersuggest
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Draft & edit content using Notion + Grammarly
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Design blog visuals with Canva
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Optimize for SEO with Surfer
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Turn it into short video content using Pictory
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Track and repeat in Notion
π This workflow helps you write better, post faster, and make money consistently — without paying for expensive tools.
✨ Final Thoughts
You don’t need a big budget to start a profitable blog.
You just need the right tools — and now, you have them.
π¬ Which tool are you most excited to try?
Drop a comment below and let’s chat!
✅ Don’t forget to subscribe to get my FREE Notion Blog Planner + ChatGPT Prompt Pack for Bloggers!
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