Website Introduction
Ghost, launched in 2013, is a Node.js-based CMS designed for journalists and creators. It emphasizes performance with Jamstack architecture and offers built-in SEO tools, newsletters, and Stripe-powered memberships. Ghost’s Markdown editor supports collaborative publishing, and its API-first approach enables headless CMS setups. Unlike WordPress, Ghost avoids plugins, bundling features like subscriptions and analytics natively. The platform has two tiers: Ghost(Pro) (hosted) and self-hosted. Its minimalist UI appeals to writers tired of bloated interfaces. Ghost is used by teams like Buffer and DuckDuckGo for its developer-friendly workflow and transparent pricing (no transaction fees). Open-source values and speed make it a WordPress alternative for tech-savvy users.
