Self-hosting Ghost vs CoreTech
What you'd have to do yourself, and what we handle.
Updated September 30, 2026
Ghost is open source, so you can run it on your own server. Many people do. Here is what that involves compared with CoreTech.
| Self-hosted | CoreTech | |
|---|---|---|
| Server setup and Ghost install | You | Done for you |
| Ghost updates and security patches | You | Done for you |
| SSL certificates | You | Automatic |
| Backups | You set them up | Nightly, plus on demand |
| Uptime monitoring | You set it up | Included |
| Newsletter sending setup | You | Guided in the dashboard |
| Advertising income | Find advertisers yourself | CoreTech ad network |
If you enjoy running servers, self-hosting is a great option. If you'd rather spend your time writing, that's what CoreTech is for.
Still need help? Contact the CoreTech team, or open Support in your dashboard.