diaspora*
diaspora* is a privacy-aware, distributed, open source social network. Users choose or host their own pod to keep control of their data.
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A decentralized social network where you own your data, not a corporation.
Core Features
- Decentralized architecture with no central authority
- User data ownership and privacy-by-design
- Federation via ActivityPub for interoperability
- Open source, community-driven development
- Easy to join existing pods or self-host
What It Can't Do
- •Data synchronization across pods may have delays, impacting real-time interaction. 2. User base is significantly smaller than mainstream platforms. 3. Running your own pod requires server maintenance skills.
Use Cases
- Individuals seeking privacy-respecting social media alternatives
- Communities wanting a self-hosted social network
- Users interested in the fediverse ecosystem
Detailed Introduction
diaspora* is a distributed social network built on the principle of user privacy. Instead of a central company owning your posts and personal information, diaspora* runs on a network of independent servers (called pods) that communicate with each other. You can join any public pod or run your own server to have full control. It supports ActivityPub federation for interoperability with other fediverse platforms. The community is open and welcomes contributors in code, translations, and support. Whether you want an alternative to big tech social media or a self-hosted solution for your community, diaspora* gives you the freedom to connect without surveillance.
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Getting Started
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Install the software
Double-click the downloaded installer and follow the prompts
No installation needed: pick a public pod from the list (https://diaspora.fediverse.observer) and sign up
To self-host: follow the official installation guide (https://wiki.diasporafoundation.org/Installation) using Docker or traditional setup
For development: set up Ruby on Rails environment per contributor docs
- No installation needed: pick a public pod from the list (https://diaspora.fediverse.observer) and sign up
- To self-host: follow the official installation guide (https://wiki.diasporafoundation.org/Installation) using Docker or traditional setup
- For development: set up Ruby on Rails environment per contributor docs
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For pod users: delete your account in settings. For self-hosted: stop the service, remove database and application files.
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