Substack

Website Introduction

Substack, founded in 2017, merges email newsletters with blog archives, enabling writers to monetize through recurring subscriptions. It handles payments (via Stripe), design, and delivery, taking a 10% cut. The platform’s simplicity attracts journalists (e.g., Matt Taibbi) and indie creators. Substack Pro offers advances to high-profile writers. Features include podcast hosting, discussion threads, and referral programs. Unlike Medium, Substack prioritizes direct reader relationships over algorithmic discovery. Critics note its lack of diversity tools and moderation challenges. However, its growth reflects demand for ad-free, subscription-based content. Substack is ideal for solo writers building independent brands outside social media algorithms.