ghost.io operates primarily as a content publishing platform, focusing on open source blogging. Ghost is an open-source content management system designed for professional publishing. It enables creators to build blogs, newsletters, and websites with a focus on simplicity and speed, offering both self-hosting and managed services. It is operated by Ghost Foundation.
Beyond its core function, the ecosystem extends into corporate websites, providing a broader range of services.
bloggingcontent managementpublishingopen sourcenewsletterweb development
Well Established
ghost.io is a well-established platform operated by Ghost Foundation. Top 10,000 global website, 14 years old, high traffic. Standard web safety practices apply.
Top 10,000 global website14 years oldhigh traffic
Security Considerations
While ghost.io is an established platform, these capabilities require extra vigilance.
File Hosting
ghost.io
allows users to upload and share files. Any file you download was uploaded by another user—not the platform operator. Scan downloads with antivirus software and only download from sources you trust.
Document Hosting
ghost.io
hosts documents and pages shared via links. Because the domain is trusted, links pass through email spam filters easily. Attackers exploit this to host fake invoices, login pages, or malware download prompts.
User-Generated Content
ghost.io
hosts content created by its users, not the platform operator. Individual posts, profiles, or pages may contain scams, misinformation, or phishing attempts that the platform hasn't yet detected or removed.
Custom Subdomains
ghost.io
allows users to create custom addresses like "anything.ghost.io". An address like "paypal-secure.ghost.io" may look official but is actually controlled by whoever registered that subdomain—not Ghost Foundation.
Remember: The platform itself is established, but even established platforms can be abused.
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Developer API
Integrate Domain Intelligence
Access this classification data programmatically via our API.
GET /api/v1/classify?domain=ghost.io
{
"domain": "ghost.io",
"state": "developed",
"stability": "permanent",
"confidence": "high",
"category": {
"purpose": "content_publishing",
"specialization": "Open Source Blogging Platform",
"secondary_purposes": [
"corporate_website"
]
},
"identity": {
"headline": "Open-source professional publishing platform for creators",
"summary": "Ghost is an open-source content management system designed for professional publishing. It enables creators to build blogs, newsletters, and websites with a focus on simplicity and speed, offering both self-hosting and managed services.",
"operator": "Ghost Foundation",
"parent_entity": null,
"topics": [
"blogging",
"content management",
"publishing",
"open source",
"newsletter",
"web development"
]
},
"functions": {
"is_ugc_platform": true,
"is_file_host": true,
"is_url_shortener": false,
"is_public_idp": false,
"is_crypto_platform": false,
"allows_user_subdomains": true,
"is_form_builder": false,
"is_document_host": true
},
"facts": {
"created_at": "2011-10-01",
"rank": 7784,
"hosting_provider": "FASTLY"
}
}