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WriteFreely vs Medium
Compare WriteFreely and Medium 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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Medium
A popular publishing platform connecting readers with writers and their ideas through a clean, minimalist interface.
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Pricing
Free (self-hosted), or Write.as Pro hosting from $6/month
Free to publish, $5/month for unlimited reading
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
Medium
Pros
- Built-in audience and distribution
- Clean reading experience
- Partner Program for monetization
- Simple to use with no technical setup
Cons
- Limited customization options
- Platform owns the audience relationship
- Monetization requires membership
- Limited SEO control