Member-only story
Bluesky vs. Mastodon: Which is Better and Why?
Current social media platforms are starting to feel like that same tired sitcom rerun you’ve seen a hundred times.Bluesky and Mastodon are the two new social networks crying for attention now. One’s got the backing of a Twitter alum, and the other’s been the indie darling for years. So, which one deserves your precious screen time? Let’s get into it.
Understanding Bluesky and Mastodon
What is Bluesky?
Bluesky is a decentralized social platform currently in development. Created with backing from Twitter’s former CEO (now known as X), Jack Dorsey, Bluesky operates on the AT Protocol, which aims to create a more open, scalable social network. Its goal is to give users control over their data and algorithms, making it a promising alternative for those frustrated with centralized platforms.
What is Mastodon?
Mastodon, on the other hand, has been around since 2016 and is part of the Fediverse (a collection of interconnected servers). Mastodon runs on the…
