Email Marketing

Ghost

Open-source publishing platform for newsletters and membership sites

Ghost scores 4.4/5 in our review, with plans starting at $9/mo. It is best suited for Content Creatorss and Solopreneurss and Freelancerss who need newsletter publishing and membership and subscriptions. A standout strength: no revenue cut.

4.4/ 5
Starting at $9/mo

Pricing

Starter

$9

per user/mo

Pro

$25

per user/mo

Enterprise

Custom

Contact sales

Key Features

Newsletter publishingMembership and subscriptions0% transaction feesSEO-optimizedSelf-hosting option

Best For

Pros and Cons

Pros

  • +No revenue cut
  • +Clean writing experience
  • +Great SEO
  • +Self-host option

Cons

  • -Smaller built-in audience network
  • -Less beginner-friendly than Substack

Alternatives to Ghost

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ghost free?

No, Ghost does not have a free tier. Plans start at $9/mo.

What are Ghost's key features?

Ghost's key features include Newsletter publishing, Membership and subscriptions, 0% transaction fees, SEO-optimized, and 1 more.

What are the best alternatives to Ghost?

The top alternatives to Ghost are Beehiiv, Substack, Kit (ConvertKit).

Who is Ghost best for?

Ghost is best suited for Content Creatorss, Solopreneurss, Freelancerss.

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