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Why is there Mastodon and Pixelfed? (lemmy.ml)
submitted 9 months ago by beta_tester@lemmy.ml to c/mastodon@lemmy.ml
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Why is there #Mastodon and #Pixelfed?

On pixelfed there's only images but you can filter mastodon for images. Why would I make two profiles and when do I post which image to which platform?

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[–] otter@lemmy.ca 13 points 9 months ago* (last edited 9 months ago)

Why is there #Mastodon and #Pixelfed?

I think it's a matter of familiarity with existing platforms.

  • People used to microblogs can use Mastodon
  • People used to image/photography apps (Instagram, VSCO) can use pixelfed

Why would I make two profiles and when do I post which image to which platform?

You don't need to make both! I just checked and you can follow Mastodon accounts on Pixelfed, and follow Pixelfed accounts on Mastodon.

So I'd recommend using and posting on whichever platform you're comfortable. If you care, you can open it on the other platform to check for formatting issues your viewers might experience.

I keep both accounts myself because I use them at different times, and while I could filter on Mastodon I like the Pixelfed app and format. Also this lets me keep up with fediverse development