Purchase a Self-Managed VPS with Ghost Installation

Ghost is a versatile publishing platform used across multiple industries for managing content, newsletters, and memberships. It is mainly used for web publishing and can be described as an easy way to add professional publishing capabilities to any website or business. Ghost was first introduced as an open-source blogging platform, but it now offers many more features and use cases.

• Why Use Ghost?
• Uses of Ghost
• How to Purchase Self-Managed VPS with Ghost Installation
• Summary
   

Why Use Ghost?

Ghost lets you launch a fast website, send beautiful newsletters, and run a paid subscription business from one simple dashboard. Everything you need is built right in, so you can skip confusing plugins and just focus on your writing. Your pages load instantly, your emails reach readers' inboxes, and you keep 100% of your revenue.

Uses of Ghost

There are many applications of Ghost in different fields:

• Premium Memberships: Create exclusive content tiers and lock specific articles behind a paywall to turn occasional readers into paying supporters.
• Integrated Newsletters: Deliver your latest stories directly to subscribers inboxes automatically every time you publish, bypassing social media algorithms.
• Independent Journalism: Launch a fully independent news site or niche magazine with zero platform fees, allowing you to keep 100% of your subscription revenue.
• Corporate Blogs: Build a fast-loading, highly secure company publication that boosts search engine rankings and captures clean marketing leads.
• Content Hubs: Manage a sleek, distraction-free home for podcasts, video series, or text articles without wrestling with clunky website plugins.

This flexibility makes Ghost an excellent choice for creators and companies wanting to grow a professional audience with total peace of mind.

How to Purchase Self-Managed VPS Hosting with Ghost Installation

To get started with Ghost on Bluehost, you first need to purchase a Self-Managed VPS plan. Follow the steps below:

Pre-configured Setup

New to VPS or not sure where to start? No worries! At the top of the Self-Managed VPS purchase page, you’ll see the Pre-configured Setup section. This handy feature is perfect if you’re feeling a bit unsure—just pick the type of project you want, like WordPress Site, AI Agent/Claude Code, Dev/Staging, or eCommerce Store. We’ll take care of the rest by automatically filling in the best plan, operating system, and template for you.

• Super simple for beginners or anyone who just wants a quick setup
• Instantly get the recommended settings for your project
• Skip the guesswork and save time
• You can still customize things later if you want

Give the Pre-configured Setup a try and get your Bluehost Self-Managed VPS up and running in no time!

1. In your browser, go to https://www.bluehost.com/vps-hosting.
2. Click the Choose Plan button under your preferred VPS hosting plan.

   
    

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3. Select your preferred Data Center location.

   
    

4. On the Cart page, you can configure your server to fit your needs in the following section:
   1. Hardware:
      1. Pre-selected:

         You can select a different Self-Managed VPS plan in this section.

         
          

      2. Configure:

         Click Configure to customize your package.

         Note that your changes help customize your plan, and the overall cost will adjust accordingly to fit your needs.

         
          

   2. Software:
      1. Click on the Application Tab.
      2. Choose Ghost.

         
          

      3. Click Confirm to continue.

         
          

5. Add-Ons:
   • Premium Support:

     Provides you with priority access to our expert team, ensuring faster responses and personalized help whenever you need them.

     
      

6. In the Advanced options:
   • Extra IP's: You can add extra IP addresses for an additional fee.
     Pricing changes based on how many IPs you add.
   • Hostname: Assign a custom hostname to easily identify your server. This is optional.

     
      

7. Select your preferred billing term and view your Order Summary. Click the Continue to Checkout button to proceed.

   
    

8. Do the following on the Checkout page:
   1. Create an Account: To get started, you’ll need to create your Bluehost account. You can do this easily by using your email address or by connecting with your Google, Apple, or GitHub account — whichever you prefer!

      
       

   2. Enter your Billing Information.

      
       

9. In the Shopping Cart section, adjust the terms as needed. Click Submit Payment to complete the purchase.

   
    

Summary

Ghost is a powerful and flexible publishing platform that makes it easy to create, manage, and monetize content. With Self-Managed VPS Hosting from Bluehost, you can quickly set up Ghost and take full control of your publishing experience.