Create an Online Course in 7 Days Using Notion and Gumroad

No tech skills? No problem. Turn your knowledge into income using just two free tools.

Creating an online course doesn’t have to be complicated. With Notion (a free, all-in-one workspace) and Gumroad (a platform for creators), you can design, build, and launch a complete course in just one week—no coding or expensive tools required.

Table of Content

1. 💡 Why Use Notion + Gumroad?

2. 📅 Day-by-Day Course Launch Plan

   1. Day 1: Plan Your Course

   2. Days 2–3: Build Your Course in Notion

   3. Day 4: Finalize & Prep for Gumroad

   4. Day 5: Set Up on Gumroad

   5. Day 6: Pre-Launch Marketing

   6. Day 7: Launch & Promote

3. ⚙️ Tools That Make It Easier

4. 🔑 Why This 7-Day System Works

5. ✅ Final Tips: Online Course Using Notion and Gumroad

6. 🎯 Ready to Launch?

💡 Why Use Notion + Gumroad?

• Notion lets you organize lessons and content in a beautiful, interactive layout.

• Gumroad handles sales, downloads, and customer communication seamlessly.

• Both are free to start (Gumroad only charges a fee per sale).

• No need for a website—just share your Gumroad course link.

This combo is ideal for first-time course creators, freelancers, niche experts, and creators who want a lean setup.

📅 Day-by-Day Course Launch Plan

Day 1: Plan Your Course

Start with these steps:

• Set a clear goal for studentsExample: “By the end of this course, students will be able to launch a personal portfolio website.”

• Identify your audienceExample: “Aspiring designers on a tight budget.”

• Set a price range$29–$97 works well for short (1–3 hour) courses.

• Outline your course using NotionUse the Table or Board view.Example table:

  Module Topic Resources 1 Building Your Personal Brand Branding checklist, Canva template 2 Finding Clients Cold email scripts, Upwork tips

Days 2–3: Build Your Course in Notion

Here’s how to structure it:

1. Create a Notion workspace

   • Name it after your course

   • Add a cover image using Canva

2. Design your lessons

   • Use toggle blocks for collapsible content

   • Embed videos (upload to YouTube as "Unlisted")

   • Add downloads (PDFs, Google Docs, etc.)

3. Organize with databases

   • Create a Resource Library

   • Use Gallery or Table view for visual structure

👉 Bonus: Use this Notion Course Template to save time.

Day 4: Finalize & Prep for Gumroad

• Test your Notion course: Check links, videos, and downloads

• Add an FAQ section (e.g., “How long do I get access?”)

Then draft your Gumroad product description:

• Highlight the transformation ("Go from zero to pro in 7 days")

• List what’s included: lessons, templates, bonuses

• Describe who it’s for—be specific!

Day 5: Set Up on Gumroad

1. Create your Gumroad account

2. Upload your course:

   • Option 1: Export your Notion course as a PDF

   • Option 2: Share a private Notion link

   • Bundle extra templates/resources as a ZIP file

3. Customize your Gumroad page:

   • Add a product thumbnail (1200x675px works great)

   • Set pricing (e.g., $47)

   • Enable “Pay What You Want” for early access promos

🔒 Security Tip: Password-protect your Notion page. Share the password with customers through Gumroad after purchase.

Day 6: Pre-Launch Marketing

Build hype before launch:

• Post a “Coming Soon” teaser on Instagram or LinkedIn

• Send an email blast if you have a subscriber list

• Collaborate with micro-influencers and offer free access in exchange for testimonials

✍️ Use Gumroad’s pre-order feature to collect emails in advance.

Day 7: Launch & Promote

It’s go-time:

1. Publish your Gumroad page

2. Share the link everywhere:

   • Instagram bio, TikTok videos

   • Facebook groups, Reddit forums

   • LinkedIn, Twitter, Discord servers

3. Follow up with buyers:

   • Send a welcome email with access instructions

   • Use Gumroad’s comment feature for student Q&A

🚀 Upsell Idea: Offer a VIP version with coaching or bonus templates.

⚙️ Tools That Make It Easier

• Canva – For course thumbnails, slides, and social media posts

• Loom – To record and embed short lesson videos

• Calendly – To book 1-on-1 calls or influencer collabs

🔑 Why This 7-Day System Works

• Interactive Learning: Notion’s toggles, embeds, and layout feel fresh and engaging

• Automation-Friendly: Gumroad handles everything from payments to download links

• Low Barrier to Entry: No monthly fees, coding, or complicated tech

✅ Final Tips: Online Course Using Notion and Gumroad

• Start small: A great course can be just 60–90 minutes

• Repurpose content: Use your blog posts, guides, or YouTube scripts as course material

• Update as you go: Add new content based on student feedback

🎯 Ready to Launch?

Your expertise deserves to shine. In just one week, you can build and start selling your first online course—with zero tech overwhelm.

Have questions? Drop a comment below! Already launched a Notion + Gumroad course? Share your link—we’d love to check it out.