A while back, I found myself staring at yet another expensive marketing tool, wondering if I should just “invest” and hope for the best.
You know the type — $97/month for landing pages, $49/month for an autoresponder, and another $50 for a traffic platform. All promising easy results.
But here’s the truth most people won’t tell you…
You don’t need to empty your wallet to start getting traffic or building a list.
What actually worked for me wasn’t fancy software. It was a mix of free and affordable tools — like Ezhitzs, EzClix Club, and a platform I now swear by: LeadsLeap.
👣 Where I Started (And What Didn’t Work)
I remember signing up for a bunch of flashy platforms early on. The kind with bold claims and polished sales videos.
But weeks passed, and despite all the tools, I still had:
- No leads
- No traffic
- And no clue what was going wrong
What I realised? I was too focused on the software — and not enough on the system.
That’s when I simplified.
🔧 What I Use Now (That Actually Works)
I stripped things back to basics. Just tools that:
- Drive traffic
- Help me capture leads
- And don’t break the bank
Here’s my current stack:
- ✅ Ezhitzs – A free platform that sends real visitors to your links. No tricks. You click a few ads, you get credits. Simple.
- 💸 EzClix Club – A low-cost traffic site that lets you run banner ads and text ads (I’ll be writing a full review soon).
- 🔗 LeadsLeap – My go-to for building funnels, tracking clicks, and managing everything in one place.
I connected these tools and let the system do its thing. And to my surprise, I started getting leads — real ones — within the first week.
🧪 My Simple Setup (Takes 10 Minutes)
You don’t need anything fancy to make this work. Here’s exactly what I did:
- Built a capture page using a free LeadsLeap share code
- Set up tracking to see which traffic sources were working
- Promoted that link on Ezhitzs (free) and EzClix (paid, but cheap)
- Stayed consistent — just 5–10 minutes daily
That’s it.
No designer. No autoresponder. No crazy tools.
📈 What Happened Next
The traffic started flowing.
Not huge numbers, but steady — and mostly from Tier 1 countries like the U.S., U.K., and Canada. Even better, a few of those visitors opted in.
I realized, this is not rocket science.:
Stop chasing all those shiny tools, you don’t need them.
It’s about setting up a system and sticking to it.
And that’s what I’ve done since.
Pros & Cons (Real Talk)
Ezhitzs (Free)
👍 Pros:
- Totally free
- Easy to use
- Viral traffic potential if you refer others
👎 Cons:
- You need to stay active to keep traffic flowing
- Limited targeting — but it works well with a funnel
EzClix Club (Paid)
👍 Pros:
- Super affordable
- Runs on credits, so you get what you pay for
- Active community and contests keep it buzzing
👎 Cons:
- Not free
- A bit cluttered at first
- Like anything, consistency matters
❗ What Most Beginners Get Wrong
If you’re just starting out, avoid these:
- Direct linking to affiliate offers (you’ll lose 90% of your traffic)
- Trying 10 tools at once
- Quitting after a few days without testing or tracking anything
Keep it simple. Build a list. Send helpful emails. That’s the real game.
💡 Want My Full Tool Stack?
If you want to see exactly what I use (free + low-cost stuff), I’ve put it all on my Affiliate Marketing Tools page.
These aren’t just things I promote — I actually use them daily.
👉 Click here to check them out
❓FAQ
Q: Can I really build a list with free and cheap tools?
Absolutely. I’m doing it right now — and I’ve wasted enough money on expensive software to know what matters.
Q: Is EzClix worth the small investment?
For me, yes. It delivers real, trackable clicks. Just don’t expect miracles overnight.
Q: What’s the first thing I should do?
Set up a free LeadsLeap funnel. Then start testing Ezhitzs and EzClix with your link.
🚀 Final Thoughts
If you’re overwhelmed by expensive software and shiny launches, take a step back.
Start simple. Use tools that work. Build a list you control.
And if you’re not sure where to begin?
👉 Check out my Affiliate Marketing blueprint — it’s where everything ties together.