Index

Mastodon is a free, open-source GNU social-compatible social network server. A decentralized alternative to commercial platforms, it avoids the risks of a single company monopolizing your communication. Anyone can run Mastodon and participate in the social network seamlessly.

Using Mastodon

• Frequently Asked Questions
• List of Mastodon instances
• Apps

Using the API

• API documentation
• Testing the API with cURL
• OAuth details
• Tips for app developers

Running Mastodon

• Production guide
• Development guide

Contributing to Mastodon

• Sponsors
• Translate Mastodon in your language
• Report bugs and submit ideas