Platform defaults are set at the platform level. If the platform determines that it provides enough value, they can setup user defined configuration. This is pr

Platform defaults are set at the platform level. If the platform determines that it provides enough value, they can setup user defined configuration. This is probably a case where it does not seem warranted. If OP wants more flexibility in blogging, he can use a different platform or host himself using Ghost or another blogging app. I personally don't like filling up my email inbox and prefer RSS. I still fund writers, but I just don't want more email.