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Description
Friendica operates as a decentralized social media platform, lacking any central control or ownership structure. Its architecture allows for the establishment of relationships between any compatible systems, effectively forming a vast network composed of numerous smaller sites. Users can enjoy seamless interaction through wall-to-wall posts and remote comments, even when engaging across different network nodes. Each item features access lists to control visibility, while private conversation groups ensure that communication remains exclusive to group members. Additionally, the platform supports one-to-one private messaging through various protocols. Users have the option to set content to automatically "expire" after a designated time period, and they can also download their personal data, affirming that it remains their property. Friendica offers built-in compatibility with several protocols, including ActivityPub, OStatus, and diaspora*, facilitating integration with other platforms like Funkwhale, Hubzilla, Mastodon, Pleroma, and Pixelfed. Furthermore, it provides two-way communication with email contacts through IMAP4rev1/ESMTP, enhancing user connectivity and interaction options even further. This extensive range of features makes Friendica a versatile choice for those seeking a truly decentralized social networking experience.
Description
The open protocol designed for a censorship-resistant global "social" network leverages cryptographic keys and signatures, ensuring its tamperproof nature. This system operates independently of any central server or traditional peer-to-peer methods, resulting in a highly resilient framework. Each participant utilizes a client, available in either native or web forms, to create posts that are securely signed with their cryptographic key and sent to numerous relays. To receive updates from others, users can inquire across multiple relays for any relevant information. Anyone has the capability to operate a relay, which functions by accepting and conveying posts without necessitating trust among users. Additionally, signature verification is conducted on the client side, enhancing overall security and integrity. This decentralized approach empowers users with greater control over their content and interactions.
API Access
Has API
No
API Access
Has API
No
Integrations
ActivityPub
Yes
Amethyst
No
Build on Bitcoin (BOB)
No
Damus
No
Elestio
Yes
FOX Wallet
No
Geyser
No
Influence
No
Mutiny Wallet
No
OpenClaw
No
Integrations
ActivityPub
No
Amethyst
Yes
Build on Bitcoin (BOB)
Yes
Damus
Yes
Elestio
No
FOX Wallet
Yes
Geyser
Yes
Influence
Yes
Mutiny Wallet
Yes
OpenClaw
Yes
Pricing Details
Free
Free Trial
No
Free Version
Yes
Pricing Details
Free
Free Trial
No
Free Version
Yes
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
Yes
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
Yes
Linux
Yes
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Vendor Details
Company Name
friendica
Founded
2010
Website
friendi.ca
Vendor Details
Company Name
nostr
Founded
2018
Website
github.com/nostr-protocol/nostr
Product Features
Social Networking
Activity / News Feed
No
Advertising Management
No
Blogs
No
Data Security
No
Event Management
No
Group Management
No
Media Library
No
Privacy Options
No
Real-time Chat
No
Social Media Integration
No
Social Media Tagging
No
User Profiles
No
Product Features
Social Networking
Activity / News Feed
No
Advertising Management
No
Blogs
No
Data Security
No
Event Management
No
Group Management
No
Media Library
No
Privacy Options
No
Real-time Chat
No
Social Media Integration
No
Social Media Tagging
No
User Profiles
No