What is Mastodon?
Mastodon is an open-source, decentralized social media platform that offers an alternative to traditional social networks. It is used by individuals who want to engage in social networking without algorithms, advertisements, or corporate control over their content and experience. People use Mastodon to connect with others and build an audience in a federated environment. They can follow accounts across different servers, receive posts in chronological order, and maintain control over their personal timeline. Users can also manage their audience directly without intermediaries, encouraging a different kind of online interaction.