Alternatives to Threads: What to Choose but Meta?
In 2025, following the launch of Threads by Meta, users started looking for alternatives that could offer independence from large corporations and more freedom in content and privacy management. Let’s take a look at a few of these alternatives.
Bluesky – decentralized microblogging
Bluesky is an open social network that originated as an offshoot of Twitter (now X). It uses the AT (Authenticated Transfer) protocol and focuses on decentralization and transparency. The platform allows users to control their data and interact with other AT-enabled services.
Advantages:
- Open source and decentralized architecture.
- Control over data and privacy settings.
- Absence of intrusive advertising and algorithms that restrict content freedom.
Disadvantages:
- Smaller audience compared to large centralized platforms.
Mastodon is the backbone of Fediverse
Mastodon is one of the most popular platforms in the Fediverse network, supporting the ActivityPub protocol. Users can create their own servers (instances) with customized rules and moderation policies.
Advantages:
- Complete independence from large corporations.
- Flexible privacy and moderation settings.
- Active community and support for various clients.
Disadvantages:
- Need to select and customize instances.
- Less integration with mainstream services.
Misskey is a multimedia alternative
Misskey is another platform within Fediverse that focuses on multimedia content and user interaction. It supports ActivityPub and offers advanced features for interface customization and interaction.
Benefits:
- Support for multimedia content (animated emoji, reactions, etc.).
- Flexible customization of interface and functionality.
- Active community of developers and users.
Disadvantages:
- Less popular compared to Mastodon.
- Some features may require technical knowledge to customize.
Summary: If you are looking for a platform with a high degree of decentralization and control over your data, Bluesky, Mastodon or Misskey may be suitable options. The choice depends on your preferences for functionality, decentralization and privacy.
