The short answer
A GHOST.ORG* HOSTING charge is an independent journalism, publishing, and newsletter hosting subscription from Ghost Foundation (Ghost(Pro)).
Why it shows up like this
Ghost is a non-profit open-source publishing platform for independent writers, media companies, and newsletters. Statements read GHOST.ORG* HOSTING, GHOST FOUNDATION, or GHOST(PRO).
Ghost(Pro) managed hosting plans start at $9-$11/month (Starter tier for up to 500 members) and scale based on subscriber audience size (Creator at $25-$31/mo).
Don’t recognize it? You might still
- An annual Ghost(Pro) hosting plan auto-renewed on your payment card.
- A writer or media publisher in your company configured an independent newsletter.
- Member audience growth crossed into a higher subscriber pricing tier.
What to do, in order
- Sign in to Ghost Admin Open your publication admin dashboard (yoursite.ghost.io/ghost) and log in.
- Open Ghost(Pro) Account Settings Go to Settings > Ghost(Pro) > Billing to view active member counts and invoice receipts.
- Cancel Subscription Click Cancel Subscription to schedule publication termination at the end of the prepaid billing cycle.
Quick questions
Can I export my subscribers and posts before canceling Ghost?
Yes. Ghost allows complete export of all member email lists (CSV) and content archives (JSON) under Settings > Migration.
What is Ghost Foundation's refund policy?
Ghost Foundation evaluates refund requests for annual subscriptions if contacted at [email protected] within 14 days of renewal.
Dispute Rights & Fraud Prevention
If you suspect this charge is unauthorized or incorrect, federal regulations protect your payment card.
Review your recent statements carefully and notify your financial institution within 60 days of the statement date.
What should I do if I do not recognize this charge?
First check with household or team members who have permission to use your account. If the transaction was not authorized by anyone on your card, contact your bank or card issuer immediately to report it. Under the Fair Credit Billing Act (FCBA), you have 60 days from the statement date to dispute unauthorized credit card charges.
How long does a billing dispute take to resolve?
Under federal rules, your bank must acknowledge your written inquiry within 30 days and resolve the dispute within two billing cycles (up to 90 days). The bank typically issues a provisional credit while they investigate.
Independent reference — not affiliated with Ghost Foundation. Billing names and policies change; verify with the merchant or your bank before acting.
Verified sources
Every claim on this page is checked against official sources — open them to confirm before you call your bank.
- Ghost(Pro) Billing FAQ https://ghost.org
- FTC: Disputing Credit Card Charges https://consumer.ftc.gov
Reviewed Aug 15, 2026 · high · About UnknownCharges