GNU social Alternatives

GNU social is described as 'Continuation of the StatusNet project. It is social communication software for both public and private communications. It is widely supported and has a large userbase' and is a popular Social Network in the social & communications category. There are more than 50 alternatives to GNU social for a variety of platforms, including Web-based, Android, iPhone, Self-Hosted and iPad apps. The best GNU social alternative is Mastodon, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like GNU social are Bluesky, X, diaspora* and Facebook.

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  1. YouWeb icon
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    The first social network focused on your way to experience the Web and interact with virtual friends, register your personalized address for free and let yourself be known by the rest of the world.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  2. Lyfeloop icon
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    A new social claiming to protect free-speech, user's private data, no algorithm. There are android Ios apps, browser access.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
    • Lyfeloop is the most popular SaaS alternative to GNU social.

    • Lyfeloop is Free and ProprietaryGNU social is Free and Open Source
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    monocles social is based on mastodon. A privacy friendly social network.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • F-Droid
     
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    Welcome to Thoughts of Humanity, the platform where your thoughts take centre stage! Express yourself anonymously, connect with a diverse community, and celebrate the most inspiring thoughts every week. Here's what makes Thoughts of Humanity unique:

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  5. Open Social icon
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    Open Social is a purpose-built community engagement platform. Developed on top of a powerful open-source Drupal technology framework, Open Social allows organizations to create a central online hub for their members.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
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    NewConnection is a new app that allows users to make new connections with people all over the world. Users can come together though shared interests and find that lasting connection.Through NewConnection, you can meet new people and connect through chat and invites to travel...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
     
  7. AtomJump.org icon
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    A credible alternative to the Facebook & WhatsApp combination, AtomJump.org is open software designed for self-publishing and communicating instantly with your own group of people, while keeping it fully under your own control. The companion .

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Self-Hosted
    • PHP
    • Node.JS
     
  8. OVBE.Club icon
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    OVBE.Club is an online community that gives people the power to share, learn, network, and become an entrepreneur if they choose.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Windows Mobile
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Blackberry
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Blackberry 10
     
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    RetroEva is a Social and fully decentralized social network powered by ZenCherry.com

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  10. Versia icon
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    A simple, extensible federated protocol for building useful applications. Formerly known as Lysand.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
     
  11. Communecter icon
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    Manage cities as a connected citizen (email & postal-code), it produces data for everyone about the registered cities.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Self-Hosted
     
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