Federated social networks trade discovery for ownership. Worth it for some, not all.

Friendica is a Facebook-style social network with similar features including events and photo albums. Like Mastodon, Friendica is made up of many smaller sites linked together through federation. The smaller sites that make up the Friendica network are called “nodes”.

Why consider the swap

If you currently rely on Facebook and want more control over data, lower long-term costs, or a privacy-friendly licensing model, Friendica covers most of the same ground.

What you trade off

Most privacy-friendly alternatives require more setup than their commercial counterparts and may lag on polish, mobile apps, or ecosystem integrations. Check the project’s documentation for current feature parity with Facebook before committing.

Where to start

• Project page: Friendica
• Comparison reference: Facebook

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