Oginify vs Substack auto OG
Substack ships a default card for every post — title, author, publication. Oginify gives you a designed alternative when the platform default starts to look like every other newsletter.
Side by side
| Attribute | Oginify | Substack auto OG |
|---|---|---|
| Hosting | Any site | Substack only |
| Design variety | Four variants | One platform template |
| Visual differentiation from other newsletters | High | Low |
Stay with Substack auto OG when
Substack's default is fine when you're getting started and the visual difference between cards doesn't matter yet.
Use Oginify when
Use Oginify when your newsletter has reached the point that share cards need to look distinct on a feed full of other Substacks.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about choosing between Oginify and Substack auto OG.
Can I override Substack's OG image?
Substack uses its own card by default. Use Oginify's image as your post's hero image so it shows up wherever the platform pulls preview imagery from.
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