Open source, headless Node.js CMS for publishing with memberships, subscriptions, and newsletters. Self-host or use the paid Ghost(Pro) service.
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| Project | License | Stars | Last release | Hosted | Docker | Zero terminal | Install path |
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| Ghost | MIT | 54.7k | 2026-08-10 | Yes | Yes | No | Install path |