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Social Networking
Social Networking open-source alternatives curated by the directory.
Social Networking
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Cinny
AGPL-3.0
Cinny offers a simple, elegant, and secure interface for Matrix-based conversations, protected by end-to-end encryption.
Bluesky
MIT
A decentralized social network focused on fostering meaningful interactions and giving users control over their data and experience.
Hey
GPL-3.0
A blockchain-powered social platform offering censorship-resistant content sharing, user-owned data, and innovative monetization options.
Lemmy
AGPL-3.0
Open-source forum and link aggregator that connects communities across the fediverse. Self-hosted, ad-free, with powerful moderation tools and federation.
Loops
AGPL-3.0
Open-source, decentralized short-video platform that gives creators control. No ads, no lock-in, built on ActivityPub for true community ownership.
Mastodon
AGPL-3.0
A free, open-source social media platform that puts users in charge of their data and connections
PeerTube
AGPL-3.0
Create your own video hosting platform with PeerTube - a free, open-source alternative to YouTube. Join 600,000+ videos across 1,000+ interconnected platforms without ads or tracking.
Pixelfed
AGPL-3.0
Decentralized photo sharing platform with chronological feeds, privacy controls, and ActivityPub federation. No ads, no algorithms, just authentic connections.
Elgg
NOASSERTION
A social networking engine in PHP/MySQL
HumHub
NOASSERTION
HumHub is an Open Source Enterprise Social Network. Easy to install, intuitive to use and extendable with countless freely available modules.