description Ghost (Self-Hosted) Overview
Ghost (Self Hosted) is an open source publishing platform built on Node.js. It provides a focused environment for creating and managing websites and blogs, prioritizing speed and security.
Designed for writers, bloggers, and small businesses seeking a modern content management system with a clean interface and robust features. It’s ideal for those desiring control over their online presence without extensive technical expertise.
help Ghost (Self-Hosted) FAQ
What stack does Ghost Self-Hosted require?
Ghost is a Node.js CMS and its official self-hosted path is commonly built around Ubuntu, Nginx, MySQL, and Ghost-CLI. Ghost's own install docs recommend at least 1GB of memory for a self-hosted server.
How is Ghost different from WordPress for a blog or newsletter?
Ghost is focused on publishing, memberships, newsletters, and paid subscriptions rather than a huge plugin ecosystem. WordPress is broader and more extensible, while Ghost is usually chosen for a cleaner editorial workflow.
Can Ghost Self-Hosted run on a DigitalOcean Droplet?
Yes, Ghost has long supported VPS installs, and DigitalOcean has been a common host for Ghost sites. A small Droplet can run a simple Ghost publication, but traffic, email sending, image storage, and backups should be planned separately.
Does Ghost Self-Hosted include the same membership features as Ghost Pro?
The open-source Ghost software includes core publishing, members, and newsletter features. Ghost Pro mainly adds managed hosting, updates, backups, email infrastructure, and support so the operator does not maintain the server.
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