The Best Substack Alternative
Own your newsletter, use your domain, and keep 100% of your subscription revenue. No platform fees, ever.
Tired of Substack's Limitations?
❌ 10% Revenue Share
Substack takes 10% of all paid subscriptions. That adds up fast.
❌ No Custom Domain
Your newsletter lives on substack.com, not your own brand.
❌ Limited Customization
Substack's templates are limiting. Your publication looks like everyone else's.
Why Typetale is the Better Choice
0% Revenue Share
Keep 100% of your subscription revenue. Only pay Stripe's processing fee.
Your Own Domain
Build your brand with newsletter@yourdomain.com.
Full Design Control
Use any Ghost theme. Make your publication uniquely yours.
Complete Data Ownership
Export your subscribers anytime. Your data is always yours.
Website + Newsletter
Get a full website alongside your newsletter. Better for SEO.
ActivityPub Federation
Connect with Mastodon, Threads, and the fediverse with Ghost 6.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I migrate my Substack subscribers?
Export your subscriber list from Substack (Settings → Exports), then import it into Ghost. Ghost will handle email verification to maintain deliverability.
Will my subscribers still receive my emails?
Yes! Ghost has excellent email deliverability. We include DKIM setup and custom sending domains to ensure your emails reach inboxes.
Can I still have free and paid subscribers?
Absolutely! Ghost has native membership tiers with Stripe integration. You can have free, paid, and different subscription levels.
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