Substack

Substack is a publishing platform that lets writers, journalists, and content creators distribute newsletters directly to subscribers via email and a dedicated reading app. It combines built-in tools for writing, sending, and archiving posts with subscription management, allowing publishers to offer both free and paid content. The platform handles payment processing for paid subscriptions, taking a percentage cut of revenue while letting writers retain ownership of their content and subscriber lists. It serves independent journalists, essayists, podcasters, and niche experts who want to build a direct audience relationship outside traditional media outlets or social platforms. Beyond text newsletters, Substack supports podcasts, video content, and community discussion features like threads and chat to help creators engage subscribers across formats.