By rubenstorm on Skatehive
By Ruben Storm The Fediverse is a growing network of independent social platforms that can talk to each other. Instead of one big company owning everything, it works more like email: you can join one server and still follow, comment, and interact with people on many others. This guide explains what the Fediverse is, how the main timelines work, and how to get started on Android using Tusky and Fedilab. What Is the Fediverse? The Fediverse is a collection of many independent servers (called instances) running different social platforms. Even though these platforms look different, they can still communicate using a shared protocol. That means: You choose a server that fits you You keep your account there You can still follow and interact with people on other servers Instead of being locked into one company’s ecosystem, you’re part of a global, community-owned network. Popular Fediverse Platforms Here are some of the most common ones you’ll see: Mastodon – Microblogging, similar to Twitte