![\"The](\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Fmedia_attachments%2Ffiles%2F116%2F929%2F144%2F353%2F146%2F667%2Foriginal%2F4541caf1a6f64af8.png\")
We didn’t want to require you to have a GitHub profile to report issues or suggest ideas, so starting now you can do it on our new community forum.
You can also vote for other people’s ideas to keep things manageable. It’s the main place we’ll be looking for feedback!
https://community.joinmastodon.org/
","url":"https://mastodon.social/users/Mastodon/statuses/117466985005297414","date_published":"2026-10-19T09:59:05+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-10-19 09:59","date_timestamp":1792403945,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"edit_url":null,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"99486294","content_html":"#Mastodon is getting a new look in our upcoming 5.0 release.
We wrote a bit more about our design process and how we approach community input. If you’re on mastodon.social you will see the new design tomorrow, on Tuesday. We rely on your feedback!
https://blog.joinmastodon.org/2026/10/5.0-a-closer-look/
","summary":"","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon/117466983307949301","date_published":"2026-10-19T09:58:40+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-10-19 09:58","date_timestamp":1792403920,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"98940374","content_html":"New #Plushtodon colours now available for pre-orders on our shop! This is a way to support our work and get a squishy friend at the same time.
https://blog.joinmastodon.org/2026/10/plushtodon-pre-orders-now-open/
","summary":"","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon/117411420916699261","date_published":"2026-10-09T14:28:25+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-10-09 14:28","date_timestamp":1791556105,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"96367938","content_html":"Hannah Aubry is leaving Mastodon after her time with us as community director and board member. We’re very grateful for her contributions, ideas, and commitment to Mastodon and the fediverse. Thank you, Hannah! We wish you all the very best for what comes next.
","summary":"","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon/117156549508722805","date_published":"2026-08-25T14:11:16+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-08-25 14:11","date_timestamp":1787667076,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"95979378","content_html":"After publishing the results of Discovery Week, we can now give you a first sneak peak at Mastodon 5.0, our next big version. It will bring a new visual look to your screens, a refreshed and calmer layout, as well as a new composer.
https://blog.joinmastodon.org/2026/08/5.0-laying-the-foundation/
","summary":"","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon/117117221397911074","date_published":"2026-08-18T15:29:36+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-08-18 15:29","date_timestamp":1787066976,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"95755519","content_html":"Here is a #FeaturedServer for 🌎 Earth, 🦎 Earthlings, and their ⚖️ Advocates...
Earth.Law is for:
📜 Environmental lawyers & policy-makers
🦋 Conservationists & ecologists
🔬 Scientists in related fields
📚 Educators and students of environmental studies
🎤 Activists & advocates
♻️ Hosted on a dedicated server in 🇫🇮 Helsinki and recognised by the Green Web Foundation for using renewable energy.
","summary":"","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon/117093587981367953","date_published":"2026-08-14T11:19:19+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-08-14 11:19","date_timestamp":1786706359,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"95651471","content_html":"Our Community Director @haubles provided a \"plain English\" version too:
https://hachyderm.io/@haubles/117083650941891878
","url":"https://mastodon.social/users/Mastodon/statuses/117083694767249113","date_published":"2026-08-12T17:23:21+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-08-12 17:23","date_timestamp":1786555401,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"edit_url":null,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"95651425","content_html":"Today we're sharing additional guidelines about our Trade Mark Policy based on community feedback that we received.
The new guidelines, and more background about these changes, are available on our blog:
https://blog.joinmastodon.org/2026/08/sharing-guidelines-about-mastodons-trade-mark-policy/
@TheRealPomax Great suggestion, thank you! We're putting that line in bold text now, and if you haven't already, you should receive an email with more details and a link to the new terms soon.
","url":"https://mastodon.social/users/Mastodon/statuses/117015608750780726","date_published":"2026-07-31T16:48:10+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-07-31 16:48","date_timestamp":1785516490,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"edit_url":null,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"94979284","content_html":"@sushubh Apologies! They should be working now, let us know if you still can't access them
","url":"https://mastodon.social/users/Mastodon/statuses/117015376093145300","date_published":"2026-07-31T15:49:00+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-07-31 15:49","date_timestamp":1785512940,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"edit_url":null,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"94867945","content_html":"RE: https://mastodon.iftas.org/@iftas/116999079831534200
Have you taken the @iftas Social Web Operations Survey yet? 🧐 There's only one day left!
#Fediverse #socialWeb #MastoAdmin
\n","summary":"","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon/117004738413167978","date_published":"2026-07-29T18:43:42+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-07-29 18:43","date_timestamp":1785350622,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"94503569","content_html":"Only 2 days left to share your voice in our annual #Fediverse survey!
\nIf you run, manage, or moderate a #SocialWeb service, your anonymised and aggregated feedback goes directly to lawmakers and regulators around the world.
\nIf they don’t know our concerns, they can’t write laws that protect our mission.
\nHelp shape the policies that impact us. Take 5 minutes to share your experience:
\n\n\n
It's time for our first Server Spotlight!
We want to help people find their communities across the #fediverse so we're featuring servers here on this account.
First up: The Mended Drum, a home for fans of all things Sir Terry Pratchett.
It is said that if you stay on The Mended Drum long enough, you'll meet every hero on the server: https://mendeddrum.org/directory
(keep an eye on your horse, though 😉)
","summary":"","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon/116967892835165166","date_published":"2026-07-23T06:33:23+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-07-23 06:33","date_timestamp":1784788403,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"94186799","content_html":"RE: https://graz.social/@linos/116935715739512526
Congratulations @pfefferle and @activitypub.blog, and thank you @nlnet and @NGIZero for all the ways you support the #Fediverse and #SocialWeb 💝
","summary":"","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon/116936947417665320","date_published":"2026-07-17T19:23:34+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-07-17 19:23","date_timestamp":1784316214,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"94097973","content_html":"By the way, did you know you can also subscribe to Mastodon feeds via RSS? I know, right!!
Check out this helpful guide from @FediTips to learn how: https://fedi.tips/following-mastodon-and-fediverse-accounts-through-rss/
","url":"https://mastodon.social/users/Mastodon/statuses/116929144745009058","date_published":"2026-07-16T10:19:14+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-07-16 10:19","date_timestamp":1784197154,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"edit_url":null,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"94097968","content_html":"New in Mastodon 4.6: Newsletters 📬
Mastodon servers now support email newsletters, which allow people without a social web account to subscribe to your posts via email. This feature is opt-in at the server level.
We're building Mastodon for people and institutions that want independence from corporate-controlled social networks, so they can reach their audience directly wherever those people are.
Explore Mastodon 4.6's other new features: https://blog.joinmastodon.org/2026/06/mastodon-4.6/
@squirrel @dansup thank you for the tip, and for sharing it politely!
","url":"https://mastodon.social/users/Mastodon/statuses/116880274053020002","date_published":"2026-07-07T19:10:47+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-07-07 19:10","date_timestamp":1783451447,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"edit_url":null,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"93599753","content_html":"RE: https://mastodon.social/@dansup/116878877635203757
Congratulations to @dansup on the new and improved fediverse.info!
Make sure to check it out, and while you're at it, share it with 5 people who haven't joined the #Fediverse yet 👀
\n","summary":"","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon/116880064749565066","date_published":"2026-07-07T18:17:33+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-07-07 18:17","date_timestamp":1783448253,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"93566512","content_html":"before vs after
\nthe new https://fediverse.info is quite improved!
\n\n
The landing page of your Mastodon server doesn't need to look like a social media feed.
As of our latest release, those running Mastodon servers can now set up a custom landing page that highlights what your server is about and showcases recent posts from local profiles. Give visitors a curated introduction to your server that actually makes sense for your community or mission.
Learn more about this and other features in Mastodon 4.6: https://blog.joinmastodon.org/2026/06/mastodon-4.6/
![\"Underneath](\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Fmedia_attachments%2Ffiles%2F116%2F877%2F164%2F662%2F883%2F826%2Foriginal%2F9bd310048e96607f.png\")
Eeek... Sorry, Stefan!!! 🫣
Thanks for everything you do to contribute to and advocate for the fediverse. You are deeply appreciated.
","url":"https://mastodon.social/users/Mastodon/statuses/116840833111454550","date_published":"2026-06-30T20:00:26+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-30 20:00","date_timestamp":1782849626,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"edit_url":null,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"93203048","content_html":"RE: https://mastodon.social/@poleguy/116840233192142775
This is a great idea!
Hey everybody, post a Collection you made or your favourite one that you've found in this thread.
And don't forget to #Collections :)
\n","summary":"","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon/116840458345748131","date_published":"2026-06-30T18:25:07+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-30 18:25","date_timestamp":1782843907,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"93192520","content_html":"@mackaj @Mastodon
\n\n
Until there is a built in discovery feature, can I suggest people creating collections post them under a hashtag? Maybe #collections?
Collections let you curate, share, and discover groups of profiles, to help you find the people and content that interests you.
Here's how they're different:
✅ You decide whether your profile can appear in Collections and you can remove yourself from a Collection at any time
✅ Limited to 25 profiles each, no mass-follow shortcuts, and transparency when Collection details change to keep them useful and spam-free
Learn more about Collections and other features in 4.6: https://blog.joinmastodon.org/2026/06/mastodon-4.6/
","summary":"","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon/116839714185151652","date_published":"2026-06-30T15:15:52+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-30 15:15","date_timestamp":1782832552,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"93144663","content_html":"https://tally.so/about: \"We’re a small, independent team based in Europe, bootstrapped and funded by our customers.\"
","url":"https://mastodon.social/users/Mastodon/statuses/116835382995159408","date_published":"2026-06-29T20:54:24+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-29 20:54","date_timestamp":1782766464,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"edit_url":null,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"93144520","content_html":"@timagal @iftas Hey! Thanks for your comment. Are you referring to Tally, which is based in Belgium? Or the nonprofit (not company) IFTAS, which while based in the US is run by a Welsh person?
","url":"https://mastodon.social/users/Mastodon/statuses/116835369652245646","date_published":"2026-06-29T20:51:00+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-29 20:51","date_timestamp":1782766260,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"edit_url":null,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"93142847","content_html":"@jarkko don't forget to post your loot when it arrives!
","url":"https://mastodon.social/users/Mastodon/statuses/116835203493342613","date_published":"2026-06-29T20:08:45+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-29 20:08","date_timestamp":1782763725,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"edit_url":null,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"93142465","content_html":"RE: https://social.souverain.ovh/@souverain/116830136337222206
Nous formons un mouvement ✊🏾
","summary":"","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon/116835166965413321","date_published":"2026-06-29T19:59:27+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-29 19:59","date_timestamp":1782763167,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"93142335","content_html":"@jarkko Not just shirts. ✨10th anniversary✨ shirts!
","url":"https://mastodon.social/users/Mastodon/statuses/116835153284436098","date_published":"2026-06-29T19:55:59+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-29 19:55","date_timestamp":1782762959,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"edit_url":null,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"93141473","content_html":"The annual #SocialWeb Operations Survey from @iftas is open!
With over 8,000 active installs, we want the #Mastodon community's voice to be heard. Whether you're running a single-person server or a larger community hub, your feedback directly shapes the tools, resources, and advocacy IFTAS takes on. And they've rebuilt the survey on Tally this year, so it's EU-based and mobile-ready.
Please take 10 minutes to complete the survey: https://tally.so/r/81MW6k
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A big new release after months of work is a good time to mention that #Mastodon is crowdfunded. Unlike many other platforms out there, we don’t take venture capital, we don’t sell ads, and we don’t sell your data. We rely on your donations to pay our team. Please consider chipping in:
https://joinmastodon.org/sponsors#donate
","url":"https://mastodon.social/users/Mastodon/statuses/116766061778856495","date_published":"2026-06-17T15:05:06+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-17 15:05","date_timestamp":1781708706,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"edit_url":null,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"92361157","content_html":"#Mastodon 4.6 is here! It's been a long time in the works, but it's finally ready. In this release, we're introducing Collections—a way to share curated collections of profiles to help old and new users discover more of the #Fediverse. We're also updating the look of profiles, alongside many quality of life and accessibility improvements. Read more here:
https://blog.joinmastodon.org/2026/06/mastodon-4.6/
","summary":"","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon/116765910384325070","date_published":"2026-06-17T14:26:36+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-17 14:26","date_timestamp":1781706396,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"91587341","content_html":"Following on from the @EUCommission Tech Sovereignty and Open Source Strategy (and Mastodon’s direct mention within it!) that was announced this week…
Our team is proud to have signed and contributed to the drafting of the Europe Open Declaration alongside our peers in the #SocialWeb and #Fediverse: @anewsocial, @eurosky.social, @newsmast, Save Social, and @swf.
We are a movement, and stronger together.
Read the declaration, add your signature, and share: https://european.social/
","summary":"","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon/116697945683857980","date_published":"2026-06-05T14:22:17+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-05 14:22","date_timestamp":1780669337,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"91469348","content_html":"We’re particularly delighted to see the @EUCommission include a call to “strengthen the open source social media space by supporting open and decentralised social media solutions and platforms. The Commission currently runs a #Mastodon instance, which hosts the Commission’s presence and plans to extend the users basis to EU institutions.”
","url":"https://mastodon.social/users/Mastodon/statuses/116686742878667086","date_published":"2026-06-03T14:53:15+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-03 14:53","date_timestamp":1780498395,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"edit_url":null,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"91469313","content_html":"The @EUCommission just released a statement positioning open source as central to #Europe’s #TechSovereignty.
We couldn’t agree more. #OpenSource is critical to a robust and independent society.
Here’s our full statement: https://blog.joinmastodon.org/2026/06/europes-new-tech-strategy-puts-open-source-front-and-centre/
","summary":"","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon/116686738841941842","date_published":"2026-06-03T14:52:14+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-03 14:52","date_timestamp":1780498334,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"89805787","content_html":"RE: https://eupolicy.social/@hpod16/116538344713848285
We love to see it <3
Excited to announce that the @EUCommission has updated it's follow buttons on the website footer! What's that first platform there? Could that be #Mastodon? And where did the link to #X go? All the posts and comments here on Mastodon calling for this, trust me we read them! \n\n#SocialMedia #EU #EuropeanCommission #FollowUs\n","summary":"","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon/116539053870420123","date_published":"2026-05-08T12:54:00+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-05-08 12:54","date_timestamp":1778244840,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"89693546","content_html":"
We're just getting started, and we want to share _your_ stories. Above all, we are a movement that puts people first.
If you have an idea or want to nominate someone, please reach out to our Community Director @haubles (Private Mentions open).
","url":"https://mastodon.social/users/Mastodon/statuses/116526337629636438","date_published":"2026-05-06T07:00:06+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-05-06 07:00","date_timestamp":1778050806,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"edit_url":null,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"89693516","content_html":"We’re kicking off a new series: Community Spotlights.
Through these stories, we celebrate the people who make the #SocialWeb a wonderful place to connect.
Our first subjects are @Tzipporah & @Yehuda, the grandfather & grandkid duo that admin #TurtleIsland, a server focused on building community with Native/Indigenous people, other BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, & People of Colour) people, and allies.
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Join us at Discovery Week, starting in 7 days!
We can't wait to hear your thoughts on the future of Mastodon's UX.
I'm hosting @Mastodon's first ever Discovery Week in just a few days. It's a chance for the public to weigh in on the future of online communities. \n\nWe'll be discussing topics like user-controlled algorithms, trust & safety, creator tools, and more. Your input will help steer Mastodon towards a more inclusive and impactful roadmap. Non-technical folks strongly encouraged to attend, and there's an async option if you can't make the live sessions!\n\nhttps://app.hi.events/event/7599/mastodon-discovery-week-2026\n\n#mastodon\n","summary":"","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon/116516955688009180","date_published":"2026-05-04T15:14:09+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-05-04 15:14","date_timestamp":1777907649,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"89333275","content_html":"","url":"https://mastodon.social/users/Mastodon/statuses/116495026475771682","date_published":"2026-04-30T18:17:15+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-30 18:17","date_timestamp":1777573035,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"edit_url":null,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"89323209","content_html":"
If you want to reach someone at Mastodon, get in touch with our leadership team: @mellifluousbox @renchap @haubles @imanijoy @Gargron
","url":"https://mastodon.social/users/Mastodon/statuses/116494498602625362","date_published":"2026-04-30T16:03:01+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-30 16:03","date_timestamp":1777564981,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"edit_url":null,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"89323133","content_html":"We're sharing that Andy Piper has decided to move on from #Mastodon after three years. We’re grateful for the impact Andy had; his numerous contributions will not be forgotten.
@andypiper joined as DevRel Lead and later became Head of Comms. Andy was integral promoting our mission on stages all over the world and helped lay the groundwork for key areas like developer relations and public relations at Mastodon. Thank you for being part of our team, Andy, and we wish you all the best!
","summary":"","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon/116494494476404684","date_published":"2026-04-30T16:01:58+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-30 16:01","date_timestamp":1777564918,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"89268218","content_html":"Thank you for sharing your feedback, and apologies for the geography-specific language! We will be more mindful next time. :)
","url":"https://mastodon.social/users/Mastodon/statuses/116489800446821568","date_published":"2026-04-29T20:08:12+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-29 20:08","date_timestamp":1777493292,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"edit_url":null,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"89267882","content_html":"Thank you for pointing that out, Pieter! We'll will be more mindful next time. [September/October/November] 2026
","url":"https://mastodon.social/users/Mastodon/statuses/116489785946817033","date_published":"2026-04-29T20:04:31+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-29 20:04","date_timestamp":1777493071,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"edit_url":null,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"89267550","content_html":"Sorry to hear that! The \"human-centred\" in our post is in reference to the design process we are using https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Human-centered_design
","url":"https://mastodon.social/users/Mastodon/statuses/116489761717940952","date_published":"2026-04-29T19:58:21+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-29 19:58","date_timestamp":1777492701,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"edit_url":null,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"89263876","content_html":"Hey! That is absolutely our intent. The sprint is referring to the 5-days of workshops Imani is holding in May. The learnings from these workshops and surveys will be discussed, shared, and incorporated into a design for 5.0 over the course of months, with 5.0 slated to release in the Fall.
","url":"https://mastodon.social/users/Mastodon/statuses/116489530012121185","date_published":"2026-04-29T18:59:26+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-29 18:59","date_timestamp":1777489166,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"edit_url":null,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"89263541","content_html":"If it's not loading for you now, please bookmark the link and check again soon. It looks like we're hitting a rate limit. :)
","url":"https://mastodon.social/users/Mastodon/statuses/116489511582465840","date_published":"2026-04-29T18:54:45+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-29 18:54","date_timestamp":1777488885,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"edit_url":null,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"89263347","content_html":"It should be fixed now, let us know if it's still not working.
https://mastodon.scot/@gunchleoc/116489470824829283
","url":"https://mastodon.social/users/Mastodon/statuses/116489502252304818","date_published":"2026-04-29T18:52:22+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-29 18:52","date_timestamp":1777488742,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"edit_url":null,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"89262476","content_html":"You heard it here first: Mastodon 5.0 (eta Fall 2026) will introduce major improvements to the core user experience. We're making Mastodon the most human-centred software on the #SocialWeb.
That’s where you come in.
Discovery Week 🗓️ 11-15 May 2026
Join our Head of Design @imanijoy for a jam-packed 5 day sprint inviting stakeholders from within and beyond Mastodon to weigh in on the future of the product.
See how you can get involved and contribute: https://app.hi.events/events/6360/mastodon-design-team
","summary":"","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon/116489457177711947","date_published":"2026-04-29T18:40:55+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-29 18:40","date_timestamp":1777488055,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":false,"is_podcast":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"88224852","content_html":"We’re happy to share that Mastodon has been awarded a service agreement from the Sovereign Tech Fund @sovtechfund 🎉
This covers five major initiatives through 2026 and 2027. We are very grateful for this support. Read about the details in our blog post.
https://blog.joinmastodon.org/2026/04/sovereign-tech-agency-funding/
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https://blog.joinmastodon.org/2026/04/designing-collections/
","url":"https://mastodon.social/users/Mastodon/statuses/116374923553276051","date_published":"2026-04-09T13:13:30+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-09 13:13","date_timestamp":1775740410,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"edit_url":null,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"87907323","content_html":"The initial release will be a starting point, while we learn from your feedback. The early focus is on creating Collections, with search and additional discovery options to come later. There are a few choices we’ve made (on size, following, etc) that we expect to revisit.
","url":"https://mastodon.social/users/Mastodon/statuses/116374921782230724","date_published":"2026-04-09T13:13:03+00:00","author":{"name":"Mastodon","url":"https://mastodon.social/@Mastodon","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Faccounts%2Favatars%2F000%2F013%2F179%2Foriginal%2Fb4ceb19c9c54ec7e.png","_microblog":{"username":"Mastodon@mastodon.social"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-09 13:13","date_timestamp":1775740383,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"edit_url":null,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":false,"is_mention":true}},{"id":"87013602","content_html":"There's much more to discover! Read the blog post for more information, and let us know what you think.
These updates will start to appear on mastodon.social and other servers running nightly builds from today, and will be available to everyone in Mastodon 4.6, coming in a few weeks.
![\"The](\"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/1000x/https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.mastodon.social%2Fmedia_attachments%2Ffiles%2F116%2F296%2F408%2F532%2F832%2F874%2Foriginal%2F54a75f627674fdff.png\")