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Pixelfed

Decentralized photo sharing platform with chronological feeds, privacy controls, and ActivityPub federation. No ads, no algorithms, just authentic connections.

4 sources 6,933 stars Self-hosted AGPL-3.0

Product snapshot

How the interface presents itself

Pixelfed interface screenshot

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About

Pixelfed offers a refreshing alternative to mainstream social media with its decentralized photo sharing platform that puts privacy and user control first. Built on the ActivityPub protocol, it connects with a federated network of over 5.4 million users across 83 different platforms. Key features include: The platform has grown to 100,000+ users across 395 servers, sharing over 682,000 photos and videos. Whether you join an existing community or create your own server, Pixelfed provides the tools for authentic social connections without corporate surveillance or data mining. Mobile apps are available for capturing and sharing on the go, while robust moderation tools help maintain safe, welcoming communities. As an open-source project funded by community support, Pixelfed represents the future of ethical social media where users, not advertisers, come first.

Highlights

The capabilities most worth remembering

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Ad-free experience

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Privacy-focused design

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Rich media sharing

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Cross-platform federation

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Self-hosting options

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Decentralized Network

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Privacy-Focused

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Open-Source

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User-Friendly Interface

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Community-Driven

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Cross-Platform Compatibility

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