How to Grow Your Substack Subscribers in 2025 – A Practical Guide
Growing your Substack subscriber base doesn’t have to be time-consuming or complicated.
By dedicating just 20–30 minutes a day to a focused strategy, you can achieve consistent growth. Here’s a detailed guide based on my personal experience of gaining between 5 and 11 subscribers daily.
Start with Substack Notes
Substack Notes is a game-changer for building an audience.
The key is to engage actively and consistently. Comment and engage with others’ posts, as this boosts visibility. On days I left 3–4 thoughtful comments, my subscriber count spiked.
Substack also provides a reminder for people to subscribe when you interact with them, so make sure your profile and content entice them to take this step.
Focus on converting followers to subscribers by offering value and building relationships.
If you want to go deeper, here is how these methods work along with my business plan for this year:
Find and Connect with Relevant Creators
Substack’s community is an excellent resource for finding like-minded creators and readers.
Look for creators who create similar content to yours, and check their followers for potential connections.
Skip inactive profiles or those without a clear interest in your niche.
Building connections is about meaningful interactions, so ensure you engage with posts that resonate with you.
Leverage Your Existing Content
Maximize the reach of your posts by repurposing and sharing them effectively.
Use “restacks” to reshare sections of your content and attract interest. Aim for at least one post per day, mixing personal experiences, actionable tips, and general reflections to keep your feed diverse and engaging.
If you prefer Video, here is my video explaining the process:
Establish a Routine
The beauty of this strategy is that it fits seamlessly into your daily schedule.
Engage in Notes by commenting and interacting, spend a few minutes connecting with new creators and followers, and post daily.
I typically do this while enjoying my morning coffee in the local cafe, it’s simple and effective.
Real Results
Using this strategy, I’ve grown my Substack to 1,912 subscribers.
The growth is steady, achievable, and sustainable.
Dedicating a short amount of time each day can create a compounding effect that drives long-term success. so go grab that coffee, your phone and engage while watching the world go by.
Final Thoughts
Consistency and engagement are the keys to growing your Substack in 2025.
With the strategies outlined above, you can build meaningful connections, grow your audience, and achieve your subscription goals.
Start small, stay consistent, and watch your Substack thrive.
Let me know how this strategy works for you!