A new decentralized microblogging platform
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A new decentralized microblogging platform launched on October 5, 2016 with 364 votes, #39 of 3,690 launches that month and more than 99% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 10 years on.
In plain words
This decentralized microblogging platform launched in 2016 and operates without a central authority controlling the network. Users can post short messages similar to traditional microblogging services, but with the added benefit of decentralized architecture that gives users more control over their data and content. The platform is built on open-source principles, with its code available on GitHub. It appeals to users seeking alternatives to centralized social networks who value privacy and autonomy in how their information is stored and shared.
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