Ghost

Open-source platform for blogs and newsletters.

Create, publish, and manage blogs and newsletters with built-in email delivery and paid subscriptions.1 save · ghost.org
Ghost: The best open source blog & newsletter platform

Ghost operates as an open-source platform for creating and managing blogs and newsletters. It runs on user-managed infrastructure or via the managed Ghost(Pro) service.

  • Open-source foundation: the platform is fully open-source, allowing for community contributions and customizations.
  • Integrated email delivery: newsletters are sent directly from the platform without third-party services.
  • Subscription management: supports free and paid membership tiers with native analytics.
  • Custom themes: users can apply or develop themes for personalized branding.
  • API access: developers can extend functionality via a documented API.

Free and open source; Ghost(Pro) starts at $18/month for managed hosting. Trusted by thousands of creators worldwide.

Ghost is ideal for independent publishers and content creators who need a customizable platform for managing their audience and monetizing content. Suitable for those seeking an open-source solution with robust community support.