Replaces
Substack Pro
Save
49 €/mo
588 €/year saved
What is Ghost?
Ghost is a professional publishing platform built for modern online publishing. It features a stunning editor, built-in membership and subscription management, native newsletter support, and excellent SEO - all in a fast, elegant package.
Key Features
Beautiful editor
Membership & subscriptions
Newsletter system
SEO optimized
Custom themes
API & integrations
Why Self-Host Ghost?
Self-hosting Ghost means your content and subscriber list are yours. No platform risk, no revenue sharing, and no surprise policy changes. You own your audience and your content.
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Ghost vs Substack Pro
| Feature | Ghost (Self-hosted) | Substack Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Annual cost | €20/yr (Seed.box Premium) | 588 €/year |
| Data ownership | 100% yours | Their servers |
| Privacy | Complete privacy | Data collection |
| Vendor lock-in | None - export anytime | Difficult migration |
| Storage limit | Your server capacity | Plan-dependent |
Substack Pro limitations:
- 10% revenue cut on paid subscribers
- Limited customization
- Platform controls your audience
- No data portability
