Substack
Substack is an all-in-one newsletter platform that enables writers to publish content, build an audience, and monetize through paid subscriptions. It combines email delivery, website hosting, and payment processing into a simple, writer-focused publishing tool.
Free plan available
Features
Pros & Cons
Pros
- +No upfront costs - only pays when you earn through 10% platform fee
- +Extremely simple setup with minimal technical knowledge required
- +Writers own their subscriber list and can export at any time
- +Built-in discovery through Substack network and recommendations
Cons
- -Limited customization and branding options compared to dedicated email tools
- -10% platform fee can become expensive as revenue scales
- -Basic email design and layout capabilities with fewer templates
Pricing
| Plan | Price | Features |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0/mo | Unlimited free subscribers, Free newsletter publishing, Basic website and archive, Email delivery |
| Paid Subscriptions | 10% fee | All free features, Paid subscription management, Payment processing included, Substack keeps 10% of revenue, Stripe processing fees apply (~3%) |
Quick Info
- Category
- Email Marketing
- Starting Price
- Free
- Features
- 6 listed
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