Substack Explained: Profiles vs. Publications
Understanding your (new) newsletter 💌
So many creatives are finding a home on Substack. But when it comes to joining a new platform… the basics can be confusing.
Profiles, publications, usernames, subdomains—it’s easy to get lost before you even write your first post.
That’s why I created this video to walk you through it all and explain how to get started on Substack…. simply.
The #1 question (both people inside the mini-course and those who have seen my other YouTube video) ask is:
What is the difference between the profile I’ve created and my publication?
So in this Substack tutorial, I answer this question and walk you through a few basics to starting your newsletter—whether you're writing essays, sharing creative work, or building a community.
You'll learn:
✨ The difference between your Substack profile and your publication
✨ How your subdomain and username work
✨ Where to post, what to set up, and how to avoid common mistakes
✨ How to start your newsletter simply and clearly