Substack Direct Messaging Is Here

And it's pretty cool

Substack, the popular newsletter platform, has launched direct messaging for users.

This feature is another step that turns Substack into a viable social media alternative (to Twitter/X, LinkedIn, or Facebook), and a welcome addition to the already popular features like Substack Notes and Chat.

Direct Messaging allows writers and readers to have private one-on-one conversations within the Substack app and website.

Substack positions direct messaging as a highly requested addition that aims to strengthen relationships and build community.

What is Substack Direct Messaging?

Substack direct messaging, also referred to as DM is directly integrated into the already existing Chat feature.

Substack Chat, enables users to send messages to their subscribers.

Now, they can also open one-to-one conversations.

This mirrors the direct messaging functionality found on major social networks.

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Direct messages on Substack exist within the Chat tab.

Users can start conversations from profile p…