Ghost CMS hosting exactly how you imagined it.
Hi, I'm Jannis! I built Magic Pages to give you everything in one place: managed Ghost CMS, easy newsletter setup, reliable backups, and powerful configuration tools. Plus, you get personal support directly from me – because I love Ghost as much as you do.
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Everything you need to succeed with Ghost
As a solo founder and Ghost expert, I've built Magic Pages to address the exact pain points that publishers face - without the technical hassle.
Focus on writing, not technical hassles
No more struggling with servers, email setup, or Ghost updates. Magic Pages handles all the technical complexity so you can focus on what matters - creating great content.
Reliable email delivery
Every plan includes at least 2,000 emails with maximum deliverability.
Lightning-fast worldwide
Full-page CDN keeps your site loading instantly for readers everywhere.
EU-based hosting & GDPR
Austrian business with servers in Germany (Hetzner) for enhanced privacy and data protection.
Start earning immediately
Accept payments with Ghost's built-in membership tools — no extra fees.
Easy domain setup
Use a free subdomain or connect your own with my personal help.
Full control without the complexity
Magic Pages combines the freedom of self-hosted Ghost with the reliability of managed hosting. You get deep control through the self-service portal without the technical overhead.
Self-service dashboard
Download backups anytime and customize Ghost settings directly.
Custom theme upload Pro only
Use any Ghost theme, including custom designs or from ThemeForest.
Always up to date
Get Ghost updates within hours — I personally test each release.
Pintura image editor Pro only
Professional image editing built right into Ghost for perfect content.
Personal support from the founder
No faceless support or chatbots. I'm Jannis, and I personally handle every support request with years of Ghost expertise, usually responding within minutes during European hours.
Clear documentation
Detailed guides for everything, plus my direct help when you need it.
Direct founder access
No ticket queues—get help from someone who truly knows Ghost.
Migration assistance
Moving from WordPress or Substack? I'll help you transfer everything.
Proven experience
Built and scaled Magic Pages to serve hundreds of publishers since 2023.
Simple, transparent pricing
No hidden fees, no surprises. Just straightforward pricing for your Ghost publication.
Starter
Perfect for bloggers just getting started with Ghost.
Key Features
Pro
For serious publishers who need more power.
Key Features
Theme Options
Both plans include access to all official Ghost themes.
Personal Support
All plans include direct support from me, Jannis, the founder of Magic Pages.
Important Details
- 14-day free trial, no credit card needed
- Additional 10,000 emails for $5/month
- Limited lifetime plans available monthly
Full Feature Comparison
| Feature | Starter | Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Emails included | 2,000/month | 10,000/month |
| File uploads | 128MB | 1GB |
| Theme options | Official + MP exclusives | All themes + custom uploads |
| Pintura image editor | ||
| Global full-site CDN | ||
| 99.9% uptime guarantee | (monthly/yearly) | |
| Your own domain | ||
| Unlimited members & staff | ||
| Unlimited newsletters | ||
| Custom sending domain | ||
| Migration assistance | ||
| Personal founder support |
Have more questions? Check out the FAQ or send a quick email to help@magicpages.co
Supporting the Open Source Community
At Magic Pages, I believe in giving back to the community that makes our work possible. Here's how I contribute to open source projects:
Ghost Foundation
Magic Pages donates 5% of all revenue to the Ghost Foundation. This contribution helps support the ongoing development of the Ghost CMS platform that powers hundreds of thousands of independent publishers worldwide.
Learn more about Ghost Foundation
hetzner-k3s Project
I'm committed to supporting the hetzner-k3s project on GitHub with a monthly financial contribution. This project simplifies Kubernetes cluster deployment on Hetzner Cloud, which is crucial for Magic Pages' infrastructure.
View hetzner-k3s on GitHubIndividual Contributors
I support individual open source contributors working on projects that enhance Magic Pages' ecosystem. If you're developing something interesting that could use funding support, I'd love to hear from you.
Get in touchFrom publishers just like you
Join over 500 publishers who found their perfect Ghost hosting solution with Magic Pages.
The Support Publishers Rave About
In the past 12 months, 116 publishers rated their support experience:
All ratings come directly from support ticket feedback
Your Self-Service Control Center
The Magic Pages customer portal gives you full control over your Ghost site. Manage everything from backups to custom configurations, all without leaving your Ghost CMS dashboard.
Daily backups at your fingertips
Download daily backups of your content and database directly from the portal. Need a fresh backup? Generate one on-demand with just a click.
Manage your domain
Use the free .mymagic.page subdomain or connect your own domain – either way, you'll get step-by-step guidance right in the portal.
Custom configurations
Fine-tune your Ghost site with custom configuration options. Adjust comments, portal settings, search functionality, and more through an easy interface.
Monitor your newsletter
Track your email sending stats and manage your newsletter settings right from the portal. Stay on top of your email campaigns effortlessly.
Personal support when you need it
Got stuck? Need help? I'm just a click away. Chat with me directly from the portal – I usually respond within minutes during European business hours.
Building together with the Ghost community
My journey with Ghost has been about creating tools that help publishers succeed while contributing back to the ecosystem we all love.
From Ghost Fan to Service Provider
My relationship with Ghost has evolved from enthusiastic user to dedicated contributor.
Discovering Ghost
When I first discovered Ghost, I was immediately drawn to its beautiful design, focus on publishing, and open-source ethos. I knew this was a platform worth supporting.
Launching Magic Pages
After facing my own hosting challenges, I launched Magic Pages to create the kind of hosting experience I wished existed – combining enterprise infrastructure with personal support.
Growing Together
Now serving 500+ publishers, I donate 5% of revenue back to the Ghost Foundation and constantly work on new features to make publishing easier for everyone in our community.
Tools I've Created For The Ghost Community
I believe in giving back to the community. That's why I've open-sourced several tools that make Ghost more powerful for everyone.
Ghost Typesense
Add powerful search capabilities to any Ghost site with this toolkit that integrates Typesense for lightning-fast, relevant results.
View on GitHubGhost Myrtle
A CLI tool for theme developers that makes it easy to create realistic demo content for Ghost themes without the tedious manual work.
View on GitHubCache Invalidation Proxy
Improves Ghost performance by intelligently managing cache, ensuring your content updates appear instantly while maintaining speed.
View on GitHub
Why I Run Magic Pages Differently
I believe in a collaborative Ghost ecosystem where everyone contributes to make publishing better. It's not about competing – it's about creating tools that help people share their ideas with the world.
As a solo founder, I personally handle every aspect of Magic Pages – from developing new features to answering your support questions. This direct connection means you get solutions tailored to your needs, not generic responses.
100% customer satisfaction in the past 12 months
Discover Magic Pages' Exclusive Themes
Magic Pages comes with three exclusive themes, designed to help you tell your story. Each of them is carefully crafted to showcase your content in the best possible way, with a focus on a specific use case.
Vienna
Clean, minimalist design with bold typography. Perfect for bloggers who want to share their thoughts and ideas with style.
Berlin
Landing page focused design with clear call-to-actions. Perfect for newsletter creators who want to grow their audience.
Kyiv
Professional design focused on conversions. Perfect for coaches, consultants, and freelancers who want to attract new clients.
Join publishers who've found their perfect Ghost home
Enterprise infrastructure with lightning-fast global CDN
Powerful self-service portal for complete control of your site
Personal support directly from me, with 100% satisfaction rating
Your 14-day free trial includes:
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I needed a new home for my former Substack newsletter. Magic Pages let me import the subscribers, even though I had already deleted my Substack account. Honestly, Jannis is the best part about the service! Ghost is great, but Ghost is inscrutable. Jannis offered me all the help that I needed.
"I personally guarantee you'll love the experience, or I'll help you find a better solution."
Everything you need to know
Here are some of the most common questions from publishers. If you have any other questions, have a look at our help center or email me.
Magic Pages is a modern Ghost CMS hosting platform trusted by over 500+ publishers. With enterprise-grade infrastructure and full-page CDN, your site stays fast and reliable while you focus on creating content.
All plans include generous email limits, automated backups, and self-service tools. Plus, you get personal support from me, the founder, whenever you need help.
Yes, Magic Pages offers a 14-day free trial for all Ghost CMS hosting plans. No credit card required, simply upgrade when you're ready.
During the trial you can test all features to see if Ghost and Magic Pages are the right fit for you. The only limitation is that you can only send 100 emails during the trial.
No, Ghost is a free and open-source content management system. Magic Pages provides the infrastructure and support to run your Ghost CMS site.
You do not need to pay for Ghost CMS separately – and email newsletters are included in all plans as well. No hidden fees. Promise!
Pintura is a professional image editor built right into Ghost. It allows you to crop, rotate, filter, and enhance your images directly in the Ghost editor. This means you can perfect your visuals without leaving your post or switching between different tools.
The Pintura editor is included in all Pro plans, making Magic Pages one of the few Ghost hosting providers to offer this powerful image editing capability.
I asked myself the same question – so, I timed it. It took me 46 seconds to deploy a website from the moment I pressed the button. If you also count the time to fill in the registration form, it took 1 minute and 24 seconds.
Yes, every Ghost CMS website on Magic Pages comes with a Zapier integration. You can connect any tool that works with Zapier to your website.
If you're more tech savvy, every Ghost website also provides a JSON API and webhooks. Additionally, you can paste HTML snippets into your pages and posts to customize them even further.
Because it wouldn't be honest to say 'we' when it's just me. Hi, I'm Jannis, the founder of Magic Pages. I'm a software developer who previously worked in customer service. I'm the one who answers your emails, chats with you, and makes sure your website is running smoothly.
Magic Pages is automated as much as possible, but I'm always here to help when you need me.
Still have questions?
Browse our comprehensive help documentation or reach out directly.