Substack review: pricing, best use case and alternatives

Email MarketingFree tier available

Substack is one of the leading Email Marketing tools in the TechStack Directory. Publish a free or paid newsletter with zero setup.

Where it fits: Build a list you own and turn subscribers into customers with broadcasts and automations. Substack is our pick for writers monetizing directly with subscriptions.

Pricing: Free; 10% of paid subscriptions. There is a free tier, so you can try Substack before spending a dollar.

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CategoryEmail Marketing
Websitesubstack.com
PricingFree; 10% of paid subscriptions
Free tierYes
Best forWriters monetizing directly with subscriptions

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