Hello Ghost community!
I’m Murat, a software engineer and entrepreneur based in the Netherlands. Today, I’m excited to introduce Synaps Media, a managed hosting service crafted exclusively for Ghost. Sharing this publicly for the first time here means a lot to me because I deeply value the insights and support of the Ghost community.
What is Synaps Media?
Synaps Media (synapsmedia.com) is a fully managed hosting solution designed to make Ghost simpler and more accessible for creators, freelancers, and agencies. Here’s a quick look at what we currently offer:
• Pricing: €4/month (€48/year) with 14-day free trial.
• Generous features: No hard limits on content, visitors or members (except for 2,000 newsletter emails per month). Also includes Custom Themes.
• All-inclusive: Built-in CDN, SSL, automatic updates, and daily backups.
I consider our current plan a special “Early Adopter” deal. While features and pricing may evolve in the future as the service grows, I am committed to honoring this plan—at its current price and features—for as long as subscribers remain on it. This is my way of saying thank you to those who join us early and help shape Synaps Media.
Key Features That Set Us Apart
Synaps Media is designed to simplify Ghost hosting for everyone—from individuals with no technical background to freelancers and agencies managing multiple sites.
• Simple Hosting for Non-Technical Users: My goal is to make creating a Ghost website as easy and intuitive as setting up a social media account. To achieve this, Synaps Media is building additional features—like seamless domain management and email servers—that will make owning and managing a website hassle-free for individuals.
• Multi-Site Management for Professionals: For freelancers and agencies, Synaps Media offers the ability to create and manage multiple websites under a single account with a central management panel. This streamlines the workflow for those who deploy sites frequently, and I’m exploring exclusive features and deals to further support multi-site users.
Whether you’re a solo creator or someone managing multiple projects, Synaps Media is designed to remove the technical barriers and make publishing with Ghost accessible and straightforward.
A Word of Appreciation
I also want to take a moment to acknowledge the incredible work being done by other managed Ghost hosting providers, including the official Ghost(Pro) and great service of Jannis with Magic Pages. They’ve made Ghost more accessible to creators worldwide, and I have deep respect for their contributions. I have inspired a lot from their work. I believe multiple hosting options benefit the Ghost ecosystem, and Synaps Media aims to add value in its own way.
Join Us on This Journey
Since private launch in Spring 2024, Synaps Media has grown to host over 30 Ghost publications. I’ve learned a lot from these early adopters, and their feedback has been invaluable in shaping the service. Now we have a small team (me as full-time and 2 part-time supporters) and a good infrastructure with the capacity of handling hundreds of websites easily.
If you’re looking for a hosting solution that’s affordable, flexible, and creator-friendly, I’d love for you to give Synaps Media a try. With a 14-day free trial, you can explore all the features and see if it’s the right fit for you.
I’m always open to feedback and suggestions from this community. Your input is invaluable in helping Synaps Media grow and serve creators better.
Thank you for taking the time to read this announcement. I’m excited for Synaps Media to contribute to the Ghost ecosystem and provide a reliable option for creators. Check out synapsmedia.com to learn more, or feel free to reach out with any questions!
Warm regards,
Murat