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Fika: the European platform to make a living from your newsletter
Publish in your language, reach readers in theirs. A European alternative to Substack, built for writers who want to write for humans — not algorithms.
Start free on FikaNiusleters is an official Fika partner. If you sign up from here, we earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
Why we recommend it
We picked Fika as our first partner for a reason
We tested several platforms before deciding. Fika is the only one combining real simplicity, a focus on European readers and a business model that's honest with writers.
Built-in automatic translation
Draft your newsletter in your own language and Fika translates it automatically. Reach 2.85 billion readers without duplicating your work.
Monetization ready from day one
Set up paid subscriptions and lead magnets that convert loyal readers, without stitching ten tools together.
Social sharing that actually works
Share posts on social media in a couple of clicks and understand what your audience really cares about.
Fika vs Substack: why switch?
If you're coming from Substack or picking a platform from scratch, here's what convinced us.
| Fika | Substack | |
|---|---|---|
| Commission on your revenue | 10% – 7% (lower the more you earn) | Flat 10% |
| Built-in multilingual translation | Yes, integrated | No |
| Hosting and company | European (Barcelona) | United States |
| Cost to start | Free until you earn | Free until you earn |
| Focus on deep reading | Yes, their core thesis | Mixed (notes, video, chat...) |
What exactly is Fika?
Fika is the first blog and newsletter platform built for journalists, experts and professionals who believe in human writing and real connection with their audience.
It's built in Barcelona by Ramensoft, founded by three former Factorial executives. Their mission is to offer a European alternative centered on the direct relationship between author and reader.
Free to start, with a small commission only once you start earning — and that commission goes down the more you make.
Launch on Fika with everything in your favor
Create your newsletter for free, no credit card. You'll publish your first post in ten minutes.
Start free on FikaFrequently asked questions
How much does Fika cost?
Free until you start earning. Once you monetize, Fika takes between 10% and 7% (the more you earn, the lower the commission).
Can I migrate my audience from Substack or another platform?
Yes. Fika lets you import your subscriber list and content from other platforms. If you have questions about your specific case, email us at hola@niusleters.com.
What languages can I publish in?
Whichever you want. Fika includes automatic translation into six languages that respects your tone and style, so you can reach readers across Europe without rewriting every post.
Why does Niusleters recommend Fika?
Because they share our view: focus on the real reader, not on algorithms. We're official partners — if you sign up from here we earn a small commission, but we only recommend platforms we'd use ourselves.