Writers struggle to choose between platform dependency (Substack) and technical complexity (personal website)

Content creators face a paralyzing decision between using convenient but restrictive platforms like Substack that lock them into algorithmic distribution and take revenue cuts, versus building personal websites that give them full control but require technical skills, maintenance, and audience-building from scratch. Current solutions force a false choice between ease-of-use and independence, leaving writers uncertain about long-term viability and ownership of their work.