After Medium removed its support for custom domains, many users have been looking for alternative platforms to host their content with more control over the user experience. Kent C. Dodds, a popular blogger, has migrated his blog from Medium to his own platform at kentcdodds.com/blog, citing the benefits of owning his domain and avoiding potential issues with links breaking. To ensure a seamless transition, Kent has implemented smart redirects using Netlify's API and serverless functions, allowing him to maintain all his existing URLs. His experience serves as an example for those looking to regain control over their online presence.