In 2026, is it essential for creators to have an owned community, and if so, what communities work best?

โญ๏ธ Subscribed communities on platforms (e.g. Patreon, Substack)

๐Ÿ“ Newsletters

๐Ÿ“ฑ Rented social media communities (e.g. Instagram, YouTube, Discord)

โ“ Any other options

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