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Micro.blog vs WriteFreely
Compare Micro.blog and WriteFreely to find the best tool for your needs.
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Micro.blog
A platform that combines short-form blogging with social media features while maintaining independence and content ownership.
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WriteFreely
An open-source, minimalist blogging platform focused on simplicity and federation with the Fediverse.
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Pricing
$5/month for basic hosting, $10/month with podcast hosting
Free (self-hosted), or Write.as Pro hosting from $6/month
Pros & Cons
Micro.blog
Pros
- IndieWeb principles with content ownership
- Built-in social network
- Custom domains
- Podcast hosting included
Cons
- Limited themes compared to WordPress
- Higher learning curve than Twitter-like platforms
- Less powerful than full-featured CMS
- Small but dedicated community
WriteFreely
Pros
- Open-source and self-hostable
- Federated with Mastodon and ActivityPub
- Clean, distraction-free writing
- Multiple blogs under one account
Cons
- Limited styling and customization
- Fewer features than major platforms
- Self-hosting requires technical skills
- Small developer community