Akkoma

Self-Hosted

Lightweight, federated social network for the Fediverse

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Overview

Akkoma is a lightweight, federated social networking platform part of the Fediverse. It supports the ActivityPub protocol, enabling interoperability with Mastodon, Pleroma, and other decentralized apps. Key features include customizable frontends, strong privacy controls (private posts, block/mute lists), media attachments, and markdown support. Deployment is flexible—use Docker Compose for quick setup or install from source on Linux servers. Its resource-efficient codebase makes it ideal for small self-hosted instances while offering robust community-building tools.

Key Features

  • Federated via ActivityPub (interoperable with Fediverse apps)
  • Lightweight and resource-efficient for small servers
  • Customizable frontends and privacy controls
  • Supports media attachments and markdown

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Akkoma hard to install?

Akkoma offers straightforward installation options like Docker Compose, which simplifies setup. Step-by-step guides are available for source installs on Linux distributions (Debian, Ubuntu, etc.), making it accessible even for users with minimal server experience.

? Is Akkoma a good alternative to Twitter/X?

Yes! Akkoma is a decentralized alternative that lets you control your data. It supports microblogging, media sharing, and federation—allowing interaction with users on Mastodon, Pleroma, and other Fediverse platforms, unlike Twitter/X's closed ecosystem.

? Is Akkoma completely free?

Akkoma is 100% free and open source under the AGPLv3 license. There are no hidden fees or subscriptions—you can download, self-host, and modify it freely. Only server hosting costs apply if you run your own instance.

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Tool Info

Pricing Open Source
Category Communication - Social Networks and Forums
Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

  • ⊕ Privacy-focused (self-hosted data control)
  • ⊕ No subscription fees (open source)
  • ⊕ Lightweight resource usage
  • ⊕ Federates with entire Fediverse

Cons

  • ⊖ Requires basic server administration knowledge
  • ⊖ Smaller user base compared to Mastodon
  • ⊖ Some advanced features need technical configuration

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