Substack is a creator publishing platform that combines newsletter distribution, podcast hosting, video, and community features in a single place. Founded in 2017, it added audio hosting in December 2020, enabling podcasters to record or upload episodes, distribute via RSS to major apps like Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and pair audio with written show notes, transcripts, and bonus content \u2014 all delivered directly to subscribers’ inboxes and the Substack app.<\/p>\n
The platform is built around direct creator-to-audience relationships. Podcasters own their subscriber email lists and can export them at any time. Episodes can be shared freely or placed behind a paywall, and paying subscribers receive a private RSS feed for use in any podcast player. Community features such as comments, discussion threads, and the Recommendations system help creators grow organically within the Substack network.<\/p>\n
Substack’s business model is free to use for publishing; when creators enable paid subscriptions, Substack takes a 10% platform fee plus Stripe payment processing fees. Reviewers note it is especially well-suited for independent writers, journalists, and podcasters who want a simple, low-friction way to start and monetize, though it lacks advanced email marketing automation, segmentation, and deep third-party integrations that larger operations may need.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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