A popular commercial publishing platform that combines email newsletter broadcasting with a built-in social writing network (Notes, Chat, Recommendations).
Why choose Substack?
- Frictionless setup with zero upfront monthly hosting fees
- Built-in reader network and native cross-recommendations
- Supports text, audio podcasts, and video posts
Things to consider
- Takes a 10% platform revenue cut on paid subscriptions
- Proprietary, closed ecosystem with limited custom design control
- No native Fediverse or ActivityPub protocol integration