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| Fact | JBake | Meridian |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| License | The source is available on GitHub under the MIT License. | Meridian is released under the GNU Affero General Public License version 3. |
| Product | JBake is a Java based, open source static site and blog generator for developers and designers. | Meridian is a self-hosted blog engine with memberships and newsletters built in. |
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Meridian suits publishers comfortable with self-hosting who want memberships, newsletters, and Stripe subscriptions. Its web, Linux, and deployment options also fit teams choosing their own infrastructure.