The platform infrastructure for independent professionals to monetize sessions via chat, voice, and video — with direct payments and full control.
No credit card required. Your income. Your rules.
Plan-aware payouts
88-95% kept by experts
Stripe Connect direct payouts
Session channels
—
Chat, voice, and video
Metered per-minute billing
$3.50+
✓
Wallet-ready checkout
Apple Pay and Google Pay appear when the expert domain and browser are eligible in Stripe.
3
Live session types
5%
Lowest platform fee
95%
Scale expert keep rate
$0
Starter monthly cost
Your Expert Website
Five complete pages. Your brand. Your domain.
Every expert gets a professional, client-facing website with five full pages — no developer needed. Share your link and start earning.
🏠
Home
Hero, intro, services overview & testimonials
👤
About
Your bio, credentials, and professional story
💼
Services
All your offerings with pricing and details
📅
Book a Session
Live calendar, time slots, and instant booking
✉️
Contact
Contact form, hours, and your information
The Platform Model
Infrastructure. Not a staffing agency.
Ownlybiz provides the tools. You run the practice. Your clients, your pricing, your business — always.
🏛️
Independent Practice
You are an independent professional, not an Ownlybiz employee or contractor. Ownlybiz provides infrastructure only.
⚖️
Legal Clarity
You accept full responsibility for your services, credentials, and compliance. Clients are hiring you — not Ownlybiz.
💳
Direct Payments
Connect your own Stripe Connect account. Client payments flow directly to you, minus a transparent platform fee.
⏱️
Free Minutes: Your Tool
Pro can offer up to 5 free intro minutes, Scale up to 10, and only for a client's first session with you.
Billing Modes
Four ways to charge. Mix and match.
Every expert and client interaction is different. Ownlybiz gives you flexible billing to match your practice model.
Most Popular
⏱️
Per Minute
Metered every 60 seconds for chat, voice, or video. Client billed continuously — perfect for open-ended conversations.
📌
Fixed Session
Flat fee paid upfront for a defined session length. Simple, predictable pricing both sides appreciate.
📦
Package Bundle
Multiple sessions sold as a package, paid upfront. Great for coaching programs and ongoing engagements.
✍️
Written / Async
Client submits a question, you write a detailed response. Flat fee, no scheduling required. Perfect for research and analysis.
Expert Categories
Built for every kind of expertise.
From Fortune 500 strategy to tarot readings — if you have knowledge people value, Ownlybiz is your launchpad.
📊
Business Consulting
🌱
Life Coaching
🧘
Therapy & Wellness
⚖️
Legal & Financial
🔮
Psychics & Tarot
Getting Started
From signup to earning in four steps.
The entire onboarding takes under 15 minutes. Your website goes live the same day.
1
Sign Up
Create your account, choose your field, and accept the Independent Professional agreement.
2
Connect Payments
Link your existing Stripe Connect account. Client payments and payouts stay connected to your business.
3
Build Your Website
Customize your pages, set your rates, add your bio, and choose your branded color scheme.
4
Share & Earn
Your site goes live on yourname.ownlybiz.com or your own custom domain. Share your link and start earning immediately.
Pricing
Start free. Scale on your terms.
Starter plan is completely free — just a 12% platform fee. No credit card required.
Starter
$0/mo
12% platform fee
Expert website (5 pages)
All 4 billing modes
Chat, voice & video
Stripe Connect payouts
Manual approval option
Basic analytics
Most Popular
Pro
$49/mo
8% platform fee
Everything in Starter
Priority support
Advanced analytics
Custom domain (optional)
Promotional tools
Early feature access
Scale
$99/mo
5% platform fee
Everything in Pro
Lowest platform fee
Dedicated account manager
White-glove onboarding
Revenue optimization
API access
⚖️ Legal notice: Ownlybiz is a technology platform providing infrastructure for independent professionals. Ownlybiz is not a service provider, employer, or franchisor. All services are provided directly by independent experts who are solely responsible for the quality, accuracy, and legality of their services. Platform fees are charged on session revenue. Starter plan is free forever with a 12% platform fee. Rates shown are illustrative; actual fees may vary. This page does not constitute financial, legal, or professional advice.
Own your expertise. Own your income.
Launch your independent expert website with plan-aware fees and client-ready sessions.
Starter is free. Paid plans use secure Stripe subscription checkout.
How It Works
Simple to launch. Built to scale.
From zero to a fully operational expert practice in one afternoon. Here's exactly how Ownlybiz works.
1
Sign up in 5 minutes
Create your account, verify your email, and accept the Independent Professional Terms of Service. No long forms, no waiting — you're in within minutes.
✓ Free email signup
✓ No credit card needed
✓ Choose Starter, Pro, or Scale
2
Claim your subdomain — or your own domain
Get your site live at yourname.ownlybiz.com instantly. Later, connect yourname.com from your dashboard — we handle DNS, SSL, and routing automatically.
Your site goes live at:
expert-slug.ownlybiz.com ← instant
expert.ownlybiz.com ← connect your domain anytime
3
Configure your practice
Set your rates per channel, configure free intro minutes, choose upfront vs. metered billing, and build your services menu. Your dashboard gives you complete control.
💬
Chat · $3.50/min
3 min free for new clients
🎥
Video · $6.00/min
Charge upfront mode
4
Connect payments & go live
Connect Stripe Connect. Client payments flow directly to your connected account — Ownlybiz deducts its transparent platform fee automatically. Toggle yourself online and share your link.
💳 Stripe Connect
Apple Pay when eligible
Google Pay when eligible
🚀
Share your link. Start earning.
Your professional website has 5 complete pages: Home, About, Services, Reviews, and a full booking system. Share it on LinkedIn, Instagram, or anywhere. Clients can book instantly or connect live.
Features
Everything you need. Nothing you don't.
Built for serious independent professionals who want to run a real business, not just a side hustle.
🌐
5-Page Professional Website
Home, About, Services, Reviews, Book & Contact. Customizable color themes. Your own domain or subdomain. SSL included.
💬
Chat, Voice & Video Sessions
Live per-minute sessions in all three formats. HD video, crystal-clear audio, real-time chat. Clients connect from any device, no app required.
⚡
Flexible Billing Modes
Per-minute metered, fixed session, package bundles, or written async. Mix and match across session types. Pro and Scale can offer capped intro minutes for first-time clients.
💳
Direct Payment Processing
Connect Stripe Connect. Payments go directly to your connected account. Ownlybiz deducts a transparent fee — you see exactly what you keep.
📊
Full Analytics Dashboard
Revenue by channel, session volume, client retention, rating trends, and a 7-day live revenue chart. Know exactly what's working.
📅
Scheduling & Booking
Full calendar booking system with time slot management. Clients pick a time, pay, and can track the booking from their account. Email updates are sent when delivery is configured.
📦
Session Packages
Bundle multiple sessions at a discount. Clients pay upfront for a package and redeem sessions over time. Perfect for coaching programs.
⭐
Reviews & Reputation
Verified reviews with star ratings displayed on your profile and website. Build social proof that converts new visitors automatically.
🔗
Integrations Hub
Sync Google Calendar and manage the core session workflow from Ownlybiz. Additional automation channels remain gated until they are fully wired.
Ready to see it in action?
Start on the free Starter plan, then upgrade when lower session fees make sense for your practice.
Pricing
Start free. Scale on your terms.
Starter plan is completely free — just a 12% platform fee. No credit card required. Cancel anytime.
Starter
$0/mo
12% platform fee
Expert website (5 pages)
Subdomain included
Chat, voice & video sessions
Per-minute & fixed billing
Stripe Connect payouts
Paid sessions with standard platform fee
Basic analytics
Session reviews system
Most Popular
Pro
$49/mo
8% platform fee
Everything in Starter
Custom domain connection
Promotional tools & coupons
Priority support
Advanced analytics
Package bundles
Tip jar feature
Early feature access
Scale
$99/mo
5% platform fee
Everything in Pro
Lowest platform fee (5%)
Dedicated account manager
White-glove onboarding
Revenue optimization
API access (beta)
Custom integrations
Co-marketing opportunities
Frequently asked questions
What is the platform fee and when is it charged? ↓
The platform fee is a percentage deducted automatically from each session payment. Starter experts pay 12%, Pro pays 8%, Scale pays 5%. The fee is shown transparently in your dashboard — you always see exactly what you earned and what Ownlybiz kept.
How do I get paid? ↓
Connect your own Stripe Connect account. Client payments flow through your connected account — Ownlybiz deducts the platform fee from each transaction. You receive payouts on your normal Stripe schedule.
Can I use my own domain? ↓
Yes. You get a free subdomain (yourname.ownlybiz.com) instantly. On Pro and Scale plans, connect any custom domain — we handle DNS, SSL, and routing. Takes about 5 minutes in your dashboard.
Am I an employee of Ownlybiz? ↓
No. You are an independent professional using Ownlybiz's technology platform. Ownlybiz is not your employer, franchisor, or staffing agency. All services are provided by you, to your clients, under your own responsibility.
How do paid plans activate? ↓
Starter is free with the 12% platform fee. Pro and Scale use Stripe subscription checkout and become active only after Stripe confirms the subscription through the webhook.
Expert Types
Built for every kind of expertise.
If you have knowledge people value, Ownlybiz is your launchpad. Here are some of the experts already building practices on Ownlybiz.
📊
Business Consulting
Strategy, operations, growth, fundraising. CFOs, CMOs, ex-founders advising the next generation.
Avg rate: $4–12/min
🌱
Life Coaching
Career transitions, relationships, purpose, personal growth. ICF certified and independent coaches.
Avg rate: $2–6/min
🧘
Therapy & Wellness
Mental wellness, mindfulness, nutrition, fitness. Independent practitioners with verified credentials.
Avg rate: $3–8/min
⚖️
Legal & Financial
Contract review, financial planning, tax strategy, immigration. Always offered as general guidance only.
Avg rate: $5–15/min
🔮
Psychics & Tarot
Tarot, astrology, mediumship, spiritual guidance. One of the highest-demand categories on the platform.
Avg rate: $2–8/min
💻
Tech & Dev
Code review, architecture, debugging, career advice. Senior engineers and CTOs sharing deep expertise.
Avg rate: $4–10/min
🎓
Tutoring & Education
Academic subjects, test prep, language learning, skill development. Expert teachers at any level.
Avg rate: $1.50–5/min
🎨
Creative & Design
Portfolio reviews, brand strategy, UX critique, creative direction. Top creatives available by the minute.
Avg rate: $2–7/min
Don't see your category?
Ownlybiz works for any knowledge-based service. If clients will pay to talk to you, Ownlybiz is your platform.
Ownlybiz Blog
Practical guides for independent expert businesses.
Deep, useful articles on pricing, paid sessions, client trust, payments, custom domains, Email Center workflows, and the Ownlybiz features that help experts run their own branded practice.
Free Intro Minutes Without Undervaluing Your Expert Work
Free intro minutes can lower client hesitation, but they work best when they are used for fit, context, and setup rather than unpaid delivery.
2026-06-14Ownlybiz TeamExperts deciding whether to offer free intro time on live sessions.
Key takeaways
Free intro minutes should clarify fit, not replace paid service.
Set a short limit and explain what happens when paid time starts.
Use the intro to confirm the client’s goal and boundaries.
Free does not have to mean unlimited
The purpose of free intro minutes is to reduce uncertainty. They give the client a moment to connect, confirm the topic, and decide whether to continue. They are not meant to deliver the full service before billing begins.
A good free-intro structure
Experts can treat the intro like a doorway into the paid session.
Confirm the client’s question.
Say whether the session format is appropriate.
Explain what can be handled in the available time.
Move into paid time before delivering detailed guidance.
What to avoid
Avoid promising that the free intro will solve the issue. Avoid using it to make professional conclusions in sensitive fields. Avoid making the client feel tricked when paid time begins.
How Ownlybiz helps
Ownlybiz supports free-minute settings so experts can create a cleaner client experience around live sessions. The expert still needs to explain expectations clearly and choose a free-minute length that fits their service.
FAQ
How many free minutes should an expert offer?
There is no universal number. Start short, use the time for fit and setup, and adjust based on the type of service and client behavior.
Can free intro minutes reduce refund requests?
They may reduce confusion when used clearly, but they do not guarantee satisfaction. Clear service descriptions and boundaries still matter.
What should experts review before using this conversion workflow?
Experts should review their service promises, pricing, client permissions, refund or cancellation expectations, and any field-specific rules before publishing pages, sending campaigns, or accepting paid work.
Responsible use note
Ownlybiz provides business infrastructure for independent experts. This guide is educational and operational, not legal, tax, medical, financial, therapy, or professional advice. Experts should review claims, policies, and field-specific obligations before publishing or sending campaigns.
Start with the basics. Your expert site begins as a draft, and you can finish setup from a guided checklist.
I agree to the Independent Professional Terms and Platform Policy. I understand that I am an independent professional, not an Ownlybiz employee, agent, partner, or representative. I am solely responsible for my services, client outcomes, credentials, compliance, taxes, disputes, refunds, chargebacks, and any regulated advice I provide. I will not offer prohibited, illegal, deceptive, adult sexual, gambling, high-risk financial, unlicensed medical/legal, hate, violence, or other restricted services through Ownlybiz.
Send me Ownlybiz product updates, launch tips, and growth emails. Account, security, billing, and receipt emails are always sent when required.
Step 1 of 3
Define your expert position
Choose the category and title clients will understand fastest. You can refine this later.
📊
Business Consulting
🌱
Life Coaching
🧘
Therapy & Wellness
⚖️
Legal Advisory
💰
Financial Advisory
🔮
Psychic & Tarot
💪
Fitness & Health
🥗
Nutrition
✨
Other
Add a quick intro
One clear paragraph is enough for now. You can polish your full bio from the dashboard.
💳
Payment account? Set it up after signup.
You don't need to connect Stripe now. Once inside your dashboard, go to Payments → Payment Account to connect Stripe Connect. Your practice won't accept bookings until payment is connected. Takes 2 minutes.
Claim your expert site
Pick the public address for your expert site. This is your first real Ownlybiz asset.
.ownlybiz.com
🌐your-name.ownlybiz.com
✓ Available
When published, your site can include:
✓ Public profile page
✓ Live booking widget
✓ Reviews showcase
✓ Services & packages
✓ Free SSL certificate
✓ Custom domain ready
🔗
Have your own domain?
Your site can publish on your Ownlybiz link first. A custom domain is optional and can be connected anytime later from Dashboard -> Settings -> Domain.
Set starter rates
Choose a simple starting price now. You can tune rates and services anytime.
$1.00
1
Free intro minutes are capped by plan and only apply to first-time clients.
💬
Chat
🎤
Voice
🎥
Video
Coming Soon
Add starter availability
Add a simple schedule so clients know when they can book. You can edit this later.
💳
After signup: your dashboard will guide you through payments, profile polish, rates, and availability before you accept paid sessions.
🚀
Pick your plan
Your site address is reserved. Clients cannot open it until you publish from your dashboard.
Reserved website address
🌐your-name.ownlybiz.comReserved
✓ Address reserved. Publish from the dashboard when ready.
Website stays private until you publish
Website address reserved
Services & rates configured
Availability set
Independent Professional ToS accepted
Free to start — no credit card required
Dashboard Overview
Thursday, June 12, 2025 · 2:34 PM
Live Session
Chat session with Client
Client total so far
$0.00
Camera and microphone readiness
Optional: enable your devices before a voice or video session starts.
🎙️ Voice Call
Connecting...
🎙️
0:00
Duration
—
Session fee / min
—
Free intro
—
Promotion
MT
Client
● Online
Client
M
—
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Location:—
Company:—
Sessions:—
Session Notes
Billing
—
You earn after platform fee—
💳
Connect your payment account to start earning
Connect Stripe before clients can pay you. Your profile won't appear in search until this is done. Takes 2 minutes.
Revenue This Month
$0.00
All time earnings
Available Balance
$0.00
Pending withdrawal
Sessions This Week
0
0 chat · 0 voice · 0 video
Avg Rating
0 ★
0 reviews
Revenue — Last 7 Days
No revenue data yet
Recent Messages
No messages yet
Today's Sessions
No sessions scheduled today
Chat Rate
—/min
—
Changes take effect for new sessions immediately.
Availability
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
Mon–Fri, 9 AM–5 PM
Share your link
Drive new clients to your expert page.
your-name.ownlybiz.com
Copy
Payments & Billing Configuration
Payment Processors
Connect payment accounts to receive client payments directly. Ownlybiz's platform fee is deducted at source before funds reach you.
ACH, SEPA, SWIFT. For large retainers and corporate clients. 1-3 business days.
Per-Minute Session Rates
Set your live session rates for each channel. Free intro minutes are managed below.
💬
Chat
$/min
60-min session: ~$210 · You keep: ~$184.80 after 12% fee
Session start mode
🎙️
Voice Call
$/min
60-min session: ~$270 · You keep: ~$237.60 after 12% fee
Session start mode
🎥
Video Call
$/min
60-min session: ~$360 · You keep: ~$316.80 after 12% fee
Session start mode
Free Minutes & Trial Settings
Offer free introductory minutes to attract new clients. Configure by channel.
Chat — Free Intro Minutes
New clients get this many free minutes before billing starts
3min
Voice — Free Intro Minutes
Free voice minutes for first-time callers
0min
Video — Free Intro Minutes
Free video minutes for first-time callers
0min
Repeat Client Free Minutes
Offer free minutes to returning clients too
Fixed Session Pricing
Offer flat-rate bookings. Clients pay upfront for a fixed-length session at a set price.
30-Minute Strategy Call
Video call
60-Minute Session
Video call
Written Strategy Brief
Async written review
Session Packages
Bundle sessions at a discount. Clients pay upfront and redeem sessions over time.
Starter Pack
3 sessions · 30 min each
$195
Save $30 (13% off)
Popular
Growth Pack
5 sessions · 60 min each
$540
Save $60 (10% off)
VIP Retainer
10 sessions + priority access
$999
Save $201 (17% off)
+
Add Package
Tips & Gratuity
Allow clients to tip after sessions. Configure suggested tip amounts.
Enable Tips
Show tip prompt after session ends
Suggested Tip Amounts
10%
15%
20%
+ Custom
Discount Codes
Create promotional codes to share with clients for discounted sessions.
NEWCLIENT20
20% off first session
Used 34x
EXPERT10
$10 off any session
Used 12x
Payout Settings
Configure how and when your earnings are transferred to your bank account.
Payout Schedule
How often Stripe sends funds to your bank
Minimum Payout Threshold
Minimum balance before auto-payout triggers
$
Currency
Primary currency for client billing
Multi-Currency Accept
Accept payments in client's local currency
Tax & Compliance
Configure tax collection. You are responsible for your own tax obligations as an independent professional.
Collect Sales Tax / VAT
Automatically add applicable taxes to client invoices
Generate Invoices
Auto-email invoice to client after each session
Your Tax ID / EIN
Used for 1099 reporting (US)
Business Entity Type
For tax reporting purposes
Refund Policy
Define your refund policy shown to clients at checkout.
Partial Refund (Recommended)
Full refund if cancelled 24h+ before. 50% if cancelled less than 24h. No refund for no-shows.
No Refunds
All sales are final. Clients are informed at checkout.
Full Refund (Flexible)
Full refund within 48 hours of session. Great for building trust.
Custom Policy
$42,840
Total Revenue (YTD)
891
Total Sessions
286
Unique Clients
58m
Avg Session Length
Revenue Over Time Monthly breakdown
Revenue by Channel
Chat
45%
Video
35%
Voice
15%
Fixed
5%
Top Clients by Revenue
#1
—
—
$0
#2
—
—
$1,920
#3
—
—
$1,350
#4
PT
Priya Tran
$980
Session Completion Rate
94%
of scheduled sessions completed
838
Completed
34
Cancelled
19
No-show
New vs Returning Clients
68% Returning32% New
194
Returning
92
New
Upcoming Bookings
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No bookings yet
When clients schedule sessions, they'll appear here.
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Revenue
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Minutes
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Readings
Client activity
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3:00 PM
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Strategy Review · Video
📹 Video
~$90
Scheduled
Today
4:30 PM
—
Business Planning · Voice
🎙️ Voice
$75
Scheduled
Jun 11
2:00 PM
—
Startup Audit · Chat
💬 Chat
$84
Completed
Jun 10
10:30 AM
Priya Tran
Strategy Coaching · Video
📹 Video
$120
Completed
Jun 9
1:00 PM
Daniel Wong
Growth Strategy · Voice
🎙️ Voice
Cancelled
Cancelled
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Messages from your website contact form
📩
No messages yet
When visitors send messages through your contact page, they'll appear here.
Manage bundles and retainer packages available to clients
Starter Pack
3 × 30-min sessions
$195
Save 13%
Popular
Growth Pack
5 × 60-min sessions
$540
Save 10%
VIP Retainer
10 sessions + priority
$999
Save 17%
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2m
Thanks for the session! One follow-up...
3
—
1h
Can we reschedule Thursday's call?
—
3h
Just paid for the 5-session package 🎉
—
You
Great session today! Let me know if you have any follow-up questions.
Thanks so much! It was incredibly helpful. Quick follow-up: how should I approach the pricing conversation with investors?
You
Great question. Lead with value, not cost. Show ROI metrics first.
Account Settings
Manage your profile, website, billing, and more
Changes saved
Profile
Domain & Website
Availability
Notifications
SEO & Analytics
Privacy & GDPR
Billing & Payouts
Email
AI
Security
Profile
This information appears on your public expert page.
Display Name
Professional Title
Shown under your name
Bio
Appears on your About page
Email Address
Phone Number
For SMS notifications (optional)
Location
Timezone
Language
Expertise Tags
Help clients find you
Social Links
LinkedIn
linkedin.com/in/
Twitter / X
@
Website / Blog
YouTube
Domain & Website
Manage your Ownlybiz link. A custom domain is optional and can be connected anytime after publishing.
Loading...
Your Ownlybiz URL
ownlybiz.com/
Step 1 — Enter your domain
Step 2 — Add DNS records at your registrar
Type
Name
Value
A
@
76.76.21.21
CNAME
www
cname.vercel-dns.com
⏱ DNS propagation can take 15 min – 48 hours. We check automatically.
Step 3 — Verification status
Checking status...
🏷️
Buy a Domain — Coming Soon
We're working on letting you purchase domains directly through Ownlybiz. In the meantime, buy from any registrar and connect it above.
Availability
Control when clients can book you and how your calendar behaves.
Working Days
Working Hours
Start
→
End
Minimum notice
How far ahead clients must book
Max advance booking
How far ahead clients can schedule
Buffer between sessions
Break time after each session ends
Concurrent session limit
Max sessions running at once
Auto-accept bookings
Skip manual approval for scheduled sessions
Accept sessions when offline
Allow bookings even when your status is offline
Notifications
Choose how and when you hear from Ownlybiz.
Email
Push
SMS
New session request
Immediate notification when a client requests a live session
New booking confirmed
When a client books a fixed or written session
New message
Email + push for new client messages
Session starting soon
15 min before a scheduled session
Payout processed
When Stripe sends funds to your bank
New review received
When a client leaves a review
Weekly earnings summary
Every Monday at 8 AM your timezone
Marketing & product updates
Feature announcements, tips, and Ownlybiz news
SEO & Analytics
Control how your site appears in Google and connect your analytics tools.
Search Engine Optimization
Meta title
Appears in browser tabs and Google results
57 / 60 characters
Meta description
Shown in Google search snippets
118 / 160 characters
OG / Social image
Shown when shared on Twitter, LinkedIn, etc.
1200 × 630 recommended
Canonical URL
Tells search engines your primary domain
Search indexing
Allow Google to index your site
Analytics & Tracking
Google Analytics 4
Measurement ID (G-XXXXXXXXXX)
Google Tag Manager
Container ID (GTM-XXXXXXX)
Meta (Facebook) Pixel
16-digit Pixel ID
LinkedIn Insight Tag
Partner ID
Custom head scripts
Injected in <head> on every page
Privacy & GDPR
Handle client privacy requests, set your privacy contact, and confirm your independent controller obligations.
Ownlybiz provides infrastructure. You remain responsible for your client relationship, lawful basis, service records, and any data rights requests tied to your expert practice.
Privacy contact email
Shown in your privacy notice for client requests
Expert privacy note
Optional notice for your public expert site
Cookie consent banner
Show privacy choices before optional analytics or marketing on your expert site
Controller acknowledgement
Required if you handle client personal data as an independent expert
Client privacy requests
Track access, deletion, correction, portability, restriction, objection, and consent requests.
Billing & Payouts
Manage how you receive earnings and your billing information.
Ownlybiz subscription
Open Payments to view or change the plan that controls future session fees.
Stripe Connect
Checking client payout status...
Email Center
Configure your own email provider for expert-to-client booking and session emails. Ownlybiz platform email is not used for these client emails.
Provider
API Key (SendGrid API Key)
Get your API key from your provider's dashboard.
From Name
From Email
For custom SMTP, enter the API Key field as: host:port:username:password
Example: smtp.gmail.com:587:user@gmail.com:app-password
AI
Control the live chat assistant and private training for this expert account.
Security
Keep your account safe with a strong password and two-factor authentication.
Change Password
Current password
New password
Confirm new password
Two-Factor Authentication
Adds an extra layer of security when you sign in.
Authenticator app
Google Authenticator, Authy, 1Password
Not set up
SMS verification
Text message to +1 (646) 555-0192
✓ Active
Active Sessions
macOS · Chrome 124
New York, NY · This device · Active now
Current
iPhone · Safari
New York, NY · 3 hours ago
Danger Zone
Permanently delete your Ownlybiz account and all associated data. This cannot be undone.
Profile Basics
Required to publish. Keep this short; deeper website polish can wait.
Saved as your primary expertise tag.
.ownlybiz.com
Use lowercase letters, numbers, and hyphens. Changes apply after saving.
🏠
Homepage Action
Optional button text for the first website section
📝
About Page Story
Optional deeper bio for visitors who want more detail
Optional. The required short intro lives only in Profile Basics above.
🎓
Credentials & Highlights
Education, certifications, and key facts
💼
Services Display
How your services appear on the website
Services and rates are automatically pulled from your Pricing settings. Edit your rates there and they'll update on your website instantly.
📋
Footer
Bottom of every page
Footer name uses the Display name from Profile Basics.
🎨
Theme
Choose a color palette for your website
Warm Earth
Ocean Blue
Forest Green
Midnight
👁
Page Visibility
Show or hide pages on your website
Home
Hero, tagline & services preview
About
Your story, bio & credentials
Services & Rates
Pricing, packages & booking options
Reviews
Client testimonials & ratings
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Expert
★★★★★
Expert is online · Available now
"I help business owners and executives cut through complexity, make confident decisions, and build strategies that actually create results. 8+ years. 500+ clients. 12 countries."
How I Can Help
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Chat Session
$3.50/min · 3 min free
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Voice Call
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About this Expert
Expert
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I'm Expert — a business strategist with over 8 years of hands-on experience helping companies from Series A startups to Fortune 500 enterprises unlock growth, improve operations, and build competitive advantage.
I hold an MBA from Wharton and a Certified Management Consultant (CMC) designation. I've worked with clients across diverse industries and backgrounds including technology, retail, healthcare, and financial services.
Before launching my independent consulting practice, I served as Head of Strategy at a global management consultancy for six years. I left to do the work I love most: direct, impactful engagements with business leaders who want clear thinking, honest feedback, and practical results — not polished decks.
When I'm not in sessions, I'm writing about business strategy on Substack and hosting a bi-weekly webinar series for founders navigating their first major growth phase.
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MBA, The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania
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Certified Management Consultant (CMC) — IMC USA
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Available for remote consultations globally
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Serving clients worldwide
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Rated by clients
Services & Rates
All sessions are with Expert directly. Choose the format that fits your situation.
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Per-Minute Chat
Live text chat with your expert. Perfect for quick questions, brainstorming, or check-ins. Intro minutes apply on the first eligible started session.
3 Free Minutes
$3.50/min
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Per-Minute Voice Call
Live voice call. More depth than chat, faster than video. Great for thinking through decisions or working through problems.
$4.50/min
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Per-Minute Video Session
Full face-to-face video call. Best for in-depth strategy discussions, presentations, or when you want the full meeting experience.
$6.00/min
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Fixed 30-Minute Session
A focused 30-minute session on a specific topic. Pay upfront, book a time, show up ready to work.
$75.00
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Fixed 60-Minute Session
A full hour for comprehensive strategy review, business assessment, or complex problem-solving. Comes with a written follow-up summary.
$120.00
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5-Session Package
Five 60-minute sessions, paid upfront. Ideal for ongoing strategy work, accountability, or working through a specific project. Best value.
Save $100
$480.00
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Written Strategic Review
Submit your question, business challenge, or document. Your expert provides a detailed written analysis and recommendations within 48 hours.
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Session Details
TypeChat · Per-minute
Rate$3.50/min
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$4.50/min
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Per-Minute Video
$6.00/min
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Fixed 30-min
$75.00
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$120.00
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5-Session Package
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5-Session Package$480.00
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Revenue
Analytics
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Settings
Payments
Promotions
Moderation
Total Experts
0
↑ +234 this week
Gross Revenue (MTD)
$0
↑ +22% vs last month
Platform Revenue (MTD)
$0
↑ Avg 12% fee applied
Active Sessions (Now)
0
● Live right now
Pending Payouts
$0
8 awaiting approval
Platform Revenue — Last 12 Months Monthly gross
Expert Breakdown by Tier Active experts
Starter
7,708
Pro
3,854
Scale
1,285
Recent Expert Sign-ups Last 5 signups
Expert
Category
Tier
Joined
Status
Actions
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Expert
Business Consulting
Pro
Jun 12
Active
RK
Raj Kumar
Financial Advisory
Starter
Jun 12
Pending
ML
Maya Levi
Life Coaching
Scale
Jun 11
Active
TO
Tom O'Brien
Legal Advisory
Pro
Jun 11
Active
ZR
Zara Rashid
Therapy & Wellness
Starter
Jun 10
Suspended
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Tier
Sessions
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Status
Actions
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Gross Revenue (YTD)
$28.4M
↑ 31% YoY
Platform Fees (YTD)
$3.1M
↑ Avg 10.9% blended
Total Payouts (YTD)
$25.3M
↑ Paid to experts
Avg Revenue / Expert
$2,210
↑ MTD average
Revenue by Category This month
Business
$816K
Finance
$528K
Wellness
$432K
Legal
$336K
Other
$288K
Top Earning Experts — This Month
Rank
Expert
Category
Sessions
Gross Revenue
Platform Fee
Net Payout
#1
ML
Maya Levi
Coaching
134
$22,800
$1,140 (5%)
$21,660
#2
TO
Tom O'Brien
Legal
89
$18,600
$1,488 (8%)
$17,112
#3
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Business
67
$9,568
$1,148 (12%)
$8,420
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Pending Payouts
ML
Maya Levi
Stripe Connect · Bank ****3421
$21,660
Weekly
TO
Tom O'Brien
Stripe Connect · Bank ****8821
$17,112
Weekly
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Expert
Stripe Connect · Bank ****1129
$8,420
Weekly
Recently Paid
Expert
Amount
Method
Date Paid
Status
DV
Diana Vasquez
$5,240
Stripe Connect
Jun 10
Paid
BN
Brian Nguyen
$3,890
Stripe Connect
Jun 10
Paid
Platform Fee Structure Per expert tier
Starter Tier — Free Plan
Platform Fee Rate
%
Monthly Price
$
Free Trial (months)
Pro Tier
Platform Fee Rate
%
Monthly Price
$
Annual Price
$
Scale Tier
Platform Fee Rate
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Monthly Price
$
Annual Price
$
Enterprise Override
Custom Fee Rate
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Minimum Monthly Fee
$
Requires manual approval
Payout Settings Platform-wide defaults
Default Payout Schedule
Starter
Pro
Scale
Holds & Reserves
New Expert Hold (days)
Dispute Reserve (%)
Chargeback Threshold
Service Pause
Pause expert services
Experts can still log in. Clients cannot start sessions or create bookings unless the expert is allowed from Admin > Experts.
Admin always keeps access. Use each expert detail page to allow a specific expert to keep operating while the platform is paused.
Platform Name & Branding
Platform Name
Platform Domain
Expert Subdomain Format
Custom Domains Allowed
Expert Onboarding
Auto-approve Signups
Require ID Verification
Require Payment Setup
Free Trial Length (months)
Session Defaults
Max Session Length (min)
Free Minutes Cap
Default Chat Rate
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Enable Tips
Platform Analytics
GA4 Measurement ID
Used for Ownlybiz platform traffic. Expert sites can still set their own GA4 ID in expert Settings.
Platform Toggles
Allow New Signups
Maintenance Mode
Video Sessions
Crypto Payments
Flagged Content
3
Needs review
Disputes Open
7
Avg 2.4 days old
Chargebacks
2
This month
Suspended Experts
14
Total active suspensions
Flagged for Review
Expert
Flag Type
Details
Reported
Actions
ZR
Zara Rashid
Review Fraud
3 fake reviews detected
Jun 10
JD
John Doe
Rate Abuse
Rate changed 8x in 1 day
Jun 11
AK
Amir Khan
Content Policy
Bio contains prohibited claims
Jun 12
Payment Configuration
Connect your Stripe account to enable real payments. Experts connect their own Stripe accounts and you automatically receive your platform fee on every transaction.
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How Stripe Connect Works for Ownlybiz
You collect the platform fee automatically — no manual work
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Client pays
e.g. $100 for a session
⚡
Stripe splits it
Instantly, automatically
💰
You get 20%, expert 80%
Deposited to both accounts
📋 Setup Steps (5 minutes):
1
Go to stripe.com → Create a free account (or log in)
2
In Stripe: click Developers → API Keys
3
Copy your test or live Secret key (sk_test_... / sk_live_...) and matching Publishable key (pk_test_... / pk_live_...)
4
Paste them below → click Save Configuration
5
In Stripe: enable Connect (for splitting payments with experts) → Stripe will guide you through business verification
💡 Test mode first: Use your test keys (sk_test_... / pk_test_...) to try everything without real money. Switch to live keys when you're ready to go live.
Platform Payment Accounts
All platform revenue flows to these accounts
Session fees, subscription revenue, and domain sales are collected here. Connect at least one account before going live. Stripe is required for expert payouts (Connect).
Stripe
acct_1QmXGE9jK7… · Verified · Payouts enabled
Connected
Secret Key (sk_test_...)
Publishable Key (pk_test_...)
Webhook Secret (whsec_...)
Environment
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PayPal Business
platform@ownlybiz.com · Subscription billing active
Connected
Client ID
Client Secret
Webhook URL (copy to PayPal)
Environment
Revenue Split & Platform Fees
How each payment is divided between you and the expert
Example: $100 session payment
15%
85% → Expert
Platform: $15.00Expert payout: $85.00
Per-Session Fee Rates
💬 Chat Session
Per-minute billing
%
Expert gets
85%
🎙️ Voice Session
Per-minute billing
%
Expert gets
85%
🎥 Video Session
Per-minute billing
%
Expert gets
85%
📦 Fixed Packages
One-time payment
%
Expert gets
88%
Expert Subscription Plans (Platform Revenue)
Plan
Monthly
Annual
Active
Starter
/mo
/yr
847 experts
Pro
/mo
/yr
214 experts
Agency
/mo
/yr
38 experts
Revenue Routing
Session platform fees
Your cut from every session
Expert subscriptions (Pro/Agency)
Monthly/annual plan revenue
Domain sales & renewals
Domain registry markup revenue
Expert payouts
Net amount after platform fee
Expert Payout Settings
Payout schedule
How often expert earnings are paid out
Minimum payout threshold
Earnings held until this amount
$
Payout hold period
Days before funds become available (chargeback window)
days
Auto-approve payouts
Automatically approve scheduled payouts
Promo Codes Create discount codes for clients
Code
Type
Value
Applies To
Uses
Expires
Status
Actions
FIRST30
% Off
30%
All Experts
142 / unlimited
Dec 31, 2025
Active
EXPERTFREE
Free Mins
5 min
Expert only
28 / 100
Jul 1, 2025
Active
SUMMER20
% Off
20%
Business Category
89 / 200
Jun 1, 2025
Expired
Promotional Links & Campaigns Trackable links for specific experts or categories
Expert — Instagram Launch
ownlybiz.com/ref/expert-slug?utm=ig_launch
847
clicks
124
signups
14.6%
CVR
All Experts — FIRST30 Code Campaign
ownlybiz.com/promo/first30?utm=email_blast
2,341
clicks
412
signups
17.6%
CVR
Expert Spotlights Feature specific experts on the homepage
Spotlighted experts appear in the "Featured" section on the Ownlybiz homepage and get a ⭐ badge on their profile. You can feature up to 6 experts at a time.
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Expert
Business Consulting · ⭐ 4.9
⭐ Featured
ML
Maya Levi
Life Coaching · ⭐ 4.8
⭐ Featured
Support
Manage client and expert support tickets
14
Open Tickets
89%
Resolution Rate
2.4h
Avg Response Time
Ticket
User
Type
Status
Created
Actions
#1042
Payment not processed
— (Client)
Payment
Open
2h ago
#1041
Session disconnected mid-call
Marcus T. (Client)
Session
In Progress
5h ago
#1040
Can't access dashboard
Dr. Amara S. (Expert)
Account
Resolved
1d ago
#1039
Incorrect payout amount
Expert (Expert)
Payment
Resolved
2d ago
Ticket Volume (7 days)
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Breakdown by Type
Payment issues
38%
Session issues
31%
Account issues
21%
Other
10%
Connectors
Manage platform integrations and third-party connectors
18
Active
3
Issues
24
Total Installed
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Stripe
Payments
Active
🅿️
PayPal
Payments
Active
📅
Calendly
Scheduling
Active
💬
Slack
Notifications
Config needed
📧
Mailchimp
Email Marketing
Active
🔗
Zapier
Automation
Active
🎥
Zoom
Video Calls
Error
📊
Segment
Analytics
Active
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Add Connector
⚠️ Zoom connection error — reconnect required
OAuth token expired. Video sessions using Zoom may fail until reconnected.
Domain Registry
Manage the domain registrar connection, provision expert domains, and monitor DNS health
847
Total Domains
831
Active / Verified
12
Pending DNS
4
SSL Issues
$11.2K
Annual Revenue
Registrar API Connection
🟢 Connected — OpenSRS
Registrar Provider
OpenSRS
by Tucows · Recommended
Namecheap
Registrar API
GoDaddy
Reseller API
Dynadot
Domain API
API Username / Reseller ID
API Key / Secret
Environment
API Endpoint
Whitelisted IP Addresses
Add your server IPs to the registrar's allowlist. All provisioning calls originate from these IPs.
Connect Ownlybiz to your favorite tools. All integrations are available on Starter and above.
Supported platform integrations No mock connectors
Ownlybiz only surfaces integrations that are wired to real product flows. Additional providers stay hidden until their backend and admin controls are production-ready.
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Payments and payouts
Stripe Connect
Direct expert payouts, platform fee deduction, card payments, and wallet eligibility through Stripe Elements.
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Client checkout
Apple Pay and Google Pay
Wallet buttons appear only when the admin toggles are enabled, Stripe confirms domain eligibility, and the browser/device supports the wallet.
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Calendar
Google Calendar
Booking availability and calendar sync are managed from expert settings without advertising unsupported calendar providers.
Log in to manage your bookings, sessions, and readings.
📅 Schedule a Session
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Voice
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Video
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Time—
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Booking Summary
Date—
Time—
TypeChat
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Express checkout
Apple Pay or Google Pay appears here when it is available on this browser and device.
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Booking Requested!
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Ownlybiz Ops Monitor
Live telemetry for experts, clients, sessions, storage, realtime, and API health.
