Ghost(Pro) price (October 2026) and how to cancel
In the US (as of 2026-10-18), Ghost(Pro)'s pricing page lists Starter at $18/month (or $15/month billed yearly), Publisher from $35/$29 at 1,000 members (scales with members), and Business from $239/$199, with no platform cut of member revenue. Cancel as the site owner in Ghost Admin → Ghost(Pro) → Billing → Cancel account (Ghost Help: manage subscription; turn off auto-renew).
Canceling ends the hosted site at the end of the billing cycle (export first). Ghost does not refund. Member paid subscriptions you sell via Stripe are separate from Ghost(Pro) hosting.
Export a full backup before you cancel - the hosted site is removed when the cycle ends.
Who bills you
| Who bills you | Where to cancel | Official help |
|---|---|---|
| Ghost Admin | Ghost(Pro) → Billing → Cancel account | Ghost Help: manage subscription |
Current prices
| Plan | Price (US) | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Starter monthly / yearly | $18 / $15 per mo | Up to 1,000 members |
| Publisher (1k) monthly / yearly | $35 / $29 per mo | Paid memberships |
| Publisher (higher lists) | Confirm slider | Scales by members |
| Business (1k) monthly / yearly | $239 / $199 per mo | Higher staff limits |
| Custom | Contact sales | Complex needs |
How to cancel Ghost(Pro)
In Ghost Admin Billing
- Sign in to Ghost Admin for your publication.
- Open Ghost(Pro) → Billing.
- Choose Cancel account (red link) and confirm.
- Export content/members first if you need a backup.
How to confirm it worked
You're done when:
- Billing shows the Ghost(Pro) account ending at period end.
- No new Ghost(Pro) charge posts after that date.
Source: Ghost Help: Manage your subscription.
Common problems
- Only unpublished posts. Hosting still renews.
- Cancelled member Stripe subs thinking it cancels Ghost(Pro). Platform hosting is separate.
- Skipped the export. Site/data removal follows cancel.
- Expected a refund. Ghost states no refunds on cancel.
What we checked
Verified on official Ghost pages (October 18, 2026): dollars on pricing; cancel framing on Help: manage subscription.
Starter vs Publisher
Publisher unlocks paid memberships and custom themes.
After cancel
Hosted site ends with the paid cycle unless you migrate/export first.
Frequently asked questions
How much is Ghost(Pro) Starter?
$18/mo or $15/mo billed yearly at up to 1,000 members.
How do I cancel?
Ghost Admin → Ghost(Pro) → Billing → Cancel account.
Does Ghost refund?
No - cancel before renewal.
Are reader payments the same bill?
No - Stripe member charges are separate from Ghost(Pro) hosting.