What is IndiePubStack?
IndiePubStack is an open-source, self-hosted Substack alternative built for developers. Publish blogs, send newsletters, and grow your audience — all under your domain, with full control and no vendor lock-in. Own your content. Monetize freely.
Problem
Users rely on centralized platforms like Substack for publishing and newsletters, facing vendor lock-in, limited control over their domain, and restricted monetization options
Solution
A self-hosted, open-source platform enabling users to publish blogs, send newsletters, and manage audiences under their own domain with full ownership and monetization freedom
Customers
Developers, indie creators, and content entrepreneurs seeking ownership, customization, and independence from third-party platforms
Unique Features
Open-source code, self-hosted deployment, no revenue cuts, domain ownership, and direct audience relationships
User Comments
Praises full content control
Appreciates no platform fees
Values customization flexibility
Highlights technical setup complexity
Supports open-source ethos
Traction
400+ GitHub stars, 1k+ active installations, featured on ProductHunt with 500+ upvotes, $20k+ MRR from donations and sponsorships
Market Size
The global email marketing market is valued at $10.89 billion in 2023, with Substack alone hosting 20M+ active readers and 1M+ paid subscribers
