Substack added one navigation link to its site architecture on May 6, 2026: a new 'For media founders' option in the creators section of the Terms of Use document. This is a formatting and navigation change with no modification to the actual terms, rights, or obligations that govern user conduct or Substack's authority. This change does not materially affect what users have agreed to.
This change is a navigation and site structure update with no impact on consumer rights, obligations, data practices, or safety. The underlying terms of service remain unchanged. No action is required from users.
This change does not materially affect users. It is a website navigation update that adds a creator category link without modifying any terms, rights, or obligations.
This change record describes what was added, removed, or modified in the document. Analysis reflects what the updated agreement states or permits. It does not constitute a legal determination about enforceability. Applicability may vary by jurisdiction. Methodology
This change is purely structural and organizational within Substack's website navigation. It adds a new creator category link ('For media founders') but does not modify any operative terms, conditions, or policies governing user conduct, data handling, or platform rules. No compliance obligation is created or modified.
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