Think of the Fediverse as a universe of interconnected social media sites that aren’t owned by a single company. Whether you’re looking for an alternative to Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook, there’s a place for you here.
This guide will help you choose the right platform and get started.
Choose Your Experience
The Fediverse is home to many different types of platforms. Below are links to step-by-step guides for the most popular ones. Pick the one that best matches what you’re looking for.
- For a Twitter-like experience (Microblogging):
- Mastodon - The most popular choice, great for short posts and public conversations.
- For a Facebook-like experience (Full-featured Social Networking):
- Friendica - Supports long posts, photo albums, events, and groups.
- For an Instagram-like experience (Photo Sharing):
- Pixelfed - A beautiful, ad-free platform for sharing your images.