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Migrate Substack to Ghost: Professional Migration Services

As content creators and publishers scale, the need for greater control, customization, and revenue retention often leads them from Substack to Ghost. While Substack is excellent for starting out, Ghost offers a powerful, open-source alternative that provides superior SEO capabilities, custom branding, and zero transaction fees on your membership revenue.

However, moving your entire publication—including newsletter archives, subscriber lists, and payment gateways—can be technically complex.

At Associative, we bridge the gap. We are a software development firm that specializes in CMS solutions and Node.js architectures, making us the ideal partner to manage your migration from Substack to Ghost.

Why Choose Associative for Your Migration?

We are not just a migration service; we are a full-scale software development firm headquartered in Pune, Maharashtra, India. Established on February 1, 2021, we are a registered entity with the Registrar of Firms (ROF), ensuring you are working with a compliant and transparent partner.

Our expertise in the technologies that power Ghost (specifically Node.js and JavaScript) ensures a smooth transition without data loss.

1. Technical Expertise in CMS and Node.js

Ghost is built on a modern technology stack, primarily Node.js. Unlike generalist agencies, Associative specializes in this exact infrastructure.

CMS Mastery: We are experts in Headless CMS and Open-Source platforms. We understand the nuances of content structure, ensuring your posts, tags, and authors map correctly from Substack to Ghost.
Backend proficiency: Our team is skilled in scalable server-side logic using Node.js, ensuring your self-hosted Ghost instance is fast, secure, and robust.

2. Complete Data Ownership and Confidentiality

Your subscriber list is your most valuable asset. We treat it with the highest level of security.

Strict NDAs: We adhere to rigorous non-disclosure agreements. We do not share your data or use it for any other purpose.
100% Ownership: Upon project completion and final payment, you retain full ownership of your code, database, and intellectual property. We do not lock you into proprietary hosting or retain rights to your work.
No Public Portfolio: We do not publicly list our clients to protect your privacy and competitive edge.

3. Custom Design and Functionality

Moving to Ghost allows you to break free from Substack's standard layout. Our Front-End developers are experts in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and frameworks like React and Next.js. We can customize your Ghost theme to match your brand identity perfectly, ensuring your new home looks exactly how you envisioned it.

Our Migration Process

We handle the technical heavy lifting so you can focus on writing.

Assessment: We review your current Substack archive size and subscriber count.
Server Setup: We assist in setting up your Ghost instance on your preferred cloud provider (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure, or DigitalOcean).
Content Export & Import: We carefully extract your posts and migrate them to Ghost, preserving formatting and links where possible.
Subscriber Migration: We securely import your email list, ensuring existing subscribers are seamlessly transitioned.
Redirect Implementation: To preserve your SEO rankings, we handle necessary redirects so readers finding your old links land on your new site.

About Associative

Associative is a team of dedicated innovators and IT professionals passionate about transforming visionary ideas into digital realities. We operate with unyielding transparency and a client-centric approach.

Strategic Partnerships:

Adobe Bronze Solution Partner
Official Reseller Partner of Strapi

Our Engagement Model: We operate efficiently to eliminate waste and ensure transparency.

Work Schedule: Monday through Saturday, 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Transparent Billing: We work strictly on a time-and-materials basis. You only pay for the work performed, with invoices submitted daily, weekly, or on a milestone basis.
Support: We provide a 7-day complimentary post-launch support period to ensure your new Ghost publication runs smoothly.

Ready to Make the Move?

Don't let technical hurdles stop you from owning your audience. Contact Associative today to discuss your migration from Substack to Ghost.

Contact Information

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