Substack Review
Newsletter platform that lets writers publish and monetize directly to subscribers.
Reviewed June 2026
Overview
Substack is a newsletter platform that enables writers, journalists, and podcasters to publish directly to their audience and earn through paid subscriptions. With no platform algorithm to fight, creators own their subscriber list and content completely.
Pros & Cons
- Free to start — Substack takes a 10% cut only when you add paid subscriptions
- Built-in payment processing for paid newsletters
- Podcast and video support alongside written content
- Readers can discover your newsletter via the Substack network
- 10% fee on paid subscriptions is higher than some alternatives
- Limited design customization compared to platforms like Ghost
- No advanced automation or segmentation tools
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