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WriteFreely vs Ghost Pro
Compare WriteFreely and Ghost Pro to find the best tool for your needs.
WriteFreely
An open-source, minimalist blogging platform focused on simplicity and federation with the Fediverse.
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Ghost Pro
Official hosted version of Ghost publishing platform, focused on professional publishing and newsletters.
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Pricing
Free (self-hosted), or Write.as Pro hosting from $6/month
Starting at $9/month for individuals, $25/month for teams
Pros & Cons
WriteFreely
Pros
- Open-source and self-hostable
- Federated with Mastodon and ActivityPub
- Clean, distraction-free writing
- Multiple blogs under one account
Cons
- Limited styling and customization
- Fewer features than major platforms
- Self-hosting requires technical skills
- Small developer community
Ghost Pro
Pros
- Purpose-built for professional publishing
- Built-in newsletter and membership features
- Clean, distraction-free writing experience
- No technical setup required
Cons
- More expensive than basic hosting
- Fewer themes and integrations than WordPress
- Less flexibility for non-publishing features
- Less intuitive for complete beginners