Ghost Affiliate Program
Network: Rewardful
At a Glance
Program Health
About Ghost Affiliate Program
Ghost is an open-source publishing platform for professional bloggers, journalists, and newsletter creators. Their affiliate program pays 20% recurring for 12 months on Ghost(Pro) managed hosting plans starting at $9/month. Ghost's focus on creator independence, built-in membership and newsletter features, and open-source ethos attract a loyal community of writers and publishers. The platform competes directly with Substack and WordPress for independent publishers seeking more control over their audience and monetization.
This program is listed in SaaS & Software, Email Marketing. It is managed through the Rewardful network. The commission model is recurring.
Program Insights
Editorial Take
Ghost is the open-source, privacy-focused publishing platform that attracts serious independent publishers. Their affiliate program benefits from a passionate community and a product that creators genuinely love. The audience is niche but highly engaged.
Pros
- 20% recurring for 12 months
- Open-source credibility
- Built-in newsletter features
- 90-day cookie
- Growing creator economy market
Cons
- Lower plan prices mean smaller commissions
- Technical audience
- Smaller market share than WordPress
- Self-hosted option earns no commission
You will be redirected to the program signup page
Frequently Asked Questions
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How do I join the Ghost affiliate program?
Sign up through Ghost's partner page. They accept publishing, newsletter, and content creator-focused websites. Approval is generally straightforward. -
What is the commission rate for Ghost?
Ghost pays 20% recurring commission for 12 months on all referred subscriptions. Plans start at $9/month and scale based on membership features. -
Does Ghost offer recurring commissions?
Yes, Ghost pays 20% recurring for 12 months from the referral date. -
How long is Ghost's cookie duration?
Ghost uses a 90-day cookie window for affiliate tracking. -
What makes Ghost a good program to promote?
Ghost's open-source nature, built-in membership features, and focus on independent publishing appeal to creators moving away from platforms like Substack or Medium. The creator economy angle makes for compelling content.