Are you ready to take full ownership of your audience and content? While Substack is a great starting point for newsletter writers, many creators eventually outgrow the platform due to high fees and limited customization. Moving to Ghost offers you complete creative freedom, lower long-term costs, and direct ownership of your subscriber list.
However, the technical process to migrate Substack to Ghost can be complex. It involves safely transferring subscribers, preserving SEO rankings, and ensuring your content formatting remains intact.
At Associative, we specialize in seamless platform migrations. We handle the technical heavy lifting so you can focus on what you do best: writing.
About Associative
Welcome to Associative, a software development firm headquartered in Pune, Maharashtra, India. Established on February 1, 2021, we are a team of dedicated innovators, problem-solvers, and IT professionals passionate about transforming visionary ideas into scalable digital realities.
We operate with unyielding transparency and regulatory compliance. Associative is formally registered with the Registrar of Firms (ROF), Pune. Our mission is to guide businesses and creators through the complexities of the digital landscape.
Why Choose Associative for Your Ghost Migration?
Migrating a publication requires more than just copying and pasting text; it requires deep technical expertise in Content Management Systems (CMS) and server-side logic.
1. CMS & Node.js Mastery Ghost is built on a modern technology stack powered by Node.js. Our team possesses “CMS Mastery,” specializing in Headless CMS architectures and open-source platforms.
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Back-End Expertise: We build scalable server-side logic using Node.js (Express.js), ensuring your Ghost instance is fast, secure, and robust.
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Front-End Design: We can create custom Ghost themes using our expertise in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and advanced frameworks like React and Next.js.
2. Data Safety & Confidentiality When you migrate Substack to Ghost, you are moving your most valuable asset: your subscriber list. Confidentiality is a foundational principle at Associative.
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Strict NDAs: We adhere to rigorous non-disclosure agreements.
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Client Confidentiality: We do not share client projects or maintain a public portfolio to protect your IP.
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100% Ownership: Upon project completion and final payment, you receive full ownership of the source code, database, and IP. We retain no rights to your work.
3. Infrastructure & Hosting Unlike Substack, Ghost often requires self-hosting for maximum control. Our Cloud & DevOps team offers expert management of AWS, Google Cloud, and Azure. We can set up your Ghost publication using Docker and Kubernetes for a robust, scalable infrastructure.
Our Migration Services
We offer a comprehensive “one-stop-shop” for creators seeking to innovate:
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Full Content Migration: We transfer all your posts, images, and archives from Substack to Ghost without losing data.
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Subscriber Import: Securely import your free and paid email lists into the Ghost member system.
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SEO Preservation: We implement 301 redirects and maintain meta tags to ensure you don’t lose your search engine ranking during the move.
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Custom Theme Development: Don’t settle for a default look. Our design team creates engaging layouts optimized for mobile and web.
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Integration: Connect your new Ghost site with third-party tools using our API expertise.
Transparent Engagement Model
We believe in open communication and honesty. Our work structure is designed to eliminate inefficiencies:
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Transparent Billing: We operate strictly on a time-and-materials basis. Invoices are submitted daily, weekly, or on a milestone basis.
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Flexible Engagement: Whether you need a quick migration or ongoing maintenance, we offer variable engagement models.
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Support: We provide a 7-day complimentary post-launch support period to ensure your new Ghost publication runs smoothly.
Strategic Partnerships
We are proud to hold official accreditations that validate our technical expertise:
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Associative is an Adobe Bronze Solution Partner
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Official Reseller Partner of Strapi
Contact Us
Ready to own your platform? Contact Associative today to discuss how we can help you migrate Substack to Ghost efficiently and securely.
Associative Address: Khandve Complex, Yojana Nagar, Lohegaon – Wagholi Road, Lohegaon, Pune, Maharashtra, India – 411047 Phone/WhatsApp: +91 9028850524 Email: info@associative.in Website: https://associative.in Office Hours: 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM (Monday through Saturday)
