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MediaAlternative to Twitter/XAlternative to MastodonAlternative to Threads

Misskey

Interconnected, feature-rich decentralized microblogging platform for the Fediverse.

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LicenseAGPL-3.0
GitHub stars10.5k
Last commit1 weeks ago
Tags6 topics
CommunicationSocial NetworkFediverseMicrobloggingTypescriptActivitypub
Overview

Why consider Misskey?

Misskey is an open-source decentralized microblogging platform powered by ActivityPub. It offers rich custom emoji reactions, Drive file storage, Antenna timelines, and customizable UI widgets.

Guided learning

Learn Misskey by building

Practical setup notes, real use cases, and copy-ready examples in one focused guide.

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Overview of Misskey

Misskey delivers an expressive Fediverse experience, federating seamlessly with Mastodon, Pleroma, and Lemmy instances worldwide.

Running with Docker Compose

bash
1git clone https://github.com/misskey-dev/misskey.git
2cd misskey
3docker compose up -d

Misskey is licensed under the GNU AGPL-3.0 license.

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Misskey FAQs

Misskey is listed as a Media tool on TiloBox. Review the overview, features, and official documentation on this page to decide whether it solves your specific workflow.

Start with the project's GitHub repository and official website for supported installation and deployment instructions. Test the setup with representative data or a small project before rolling it out more widely.

Misskey is listed under the AGPL-3.0 license. Read the complete license text and the project's notices before using, modifying, or distributing the software.

Production readiness depends on your requirements. Review maintenance activity, security practices, documentation, backup and upgrade procedures, and compatibility with your stack; then validate it in a non-production environment.

Misskey is listed as an alternative to Twitter/X. Compare the core workflow, deployment model, integrations, and licensing against your must-have requirements before switching.