In an age where almost every digital tool comes with a monthly subscription, it’s easy to assume that paying to schedule meetings is just the cost of doing business. But let’s take a step back. Should something as fundamental as booking time on your calendar really cost you $10 to $20 every single month? We don’t think so. Here’s why.
Scheduling is a solved problem
The core functionality of scheduling tools hasn’t changed much in the last few years. Whether it’s syncing your availability, letting others book time, or sending confirmations, these are features that should be accessible without recurring payments. These tools are mature. You shouldn’t have to keep paying for something that’s already been figured out.
Most people use only the basics
Let’s be honest: most users just want to connect their calendar, create a few booking links, and avoid endless email threads. Yet many platforms lock basic features like calendar integrations, reminders, and custom branding behind paywalls. Why? Because they can. At OwnYourCalendar, we believe these essentials should be free.
Subscriptions add up fast
If you’re a freelancer, coach, small business owner, or student, every tool in your stack adds to your monthly expenses. $12 here, $8 there — it stacks up quickly. Paying monthly for a scheduling tool might seem small, but over a year, you could save over $150 just by switching to a free alternative that does the same job.
Fair pricing builds trust
We believe in giving you the tools you need, up front, without sneaky paywalls. You shouldn’t have to calculate ROI on your calendar app. OwnYourCalendar is free forever, and if we ever add premium features, they’ll be truly optional — not necessary to make the tool usable.
Scheduling should be simple. And free. With OwnYourCalendar, you get everything you need to book time, sync calendars, and stay organized — no strings attached. Because your time is valuable. And we’d rather help you own it than rent it.