Ghost

Ghost is a publishing platform that helps you create professional websites and send newsletters. Unlike other systems that try to do everything, Ghost focuses on publishing content and building audiences.

You can write and publish articles using a clean editor that stays out of your way. The platform automatically sends your posts to email subscribers when you publish. You can offer free or paid memberships, with Ghost handling the payment processing through Stripe.

The software is open source and free to download. You can host it yourself on your own server, or use Ghost Pro, which is managed hosting where Ghost handles all technical work. Ghost Pro starts at $18 per month with automatic updates, backups, and support included.

• Fast, lightweight Node.js platform

• Clean, distraction-free writing editor

• Automatic email newsletter delivery

• Built-in membership and subscription management

• Zero platform fees on paid subscriptions

• Custom domain support

• Professional theme marketplace

• Real-time collaboration for teams

• Advanced analytics and insights

• SEO-friendly architecture

• API access for developers

• Mobile responsive design