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Ghost Pricing

Open Source$0/mo

Pricing Breakdown

Self-hosted: free (open source). Ghost(Pro) Starter: $9/month (500 members). Creator: $25/month (1,000 members). Team: $50/month. Business: $199/month.

Price Comparison vs Alternatives

ToolPricingSolo CostFree TierRating
GhostOpen Source$0excellent4.5/5
WordPressOpen Source$5excellent4.2/5
beehiivFreemium$0excellent4.4/5
SubstackFree$0excellent4.0/5

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Ghost cost per month?

Ghost uses a open source pricing model. For solo founders, the estimated monthly cost is $0. Self-hosted: free (open source). Ghost(Pro) Starter: $9/month (500 members). Creator: $25/month (1,000 members). Team: $50/month. Business: $199/month.

Does Ghost have a free plan?

Yes, Ghost is open source and free to use. Self-hosting is free; hosted plans may have costs.

What are cheaper alternatives to Ghost?

Popular alternatives to Ghost include WordPress, Beehiiv, Substack. Compare their pricing and features on our alternatives page to find the best value for solo founders.