F.A.Q. - Mastodon

Last Updated: Sun Dec 24 2023

What is Mastodon?

It is a platform that runs on ActivitPub protocol, that allows you to communicate with other people on other instances. It is similar to Twitter, but it is decentralized and open source. With Mastodon, you can follow people from other instances, and they can follow you. You can also interact with them, by replying to their posts, or boosting them.

What is an instance?

An instance is a server that runs Mastodon. It is similar to a website, but it is a social network. You can create your own instance, or join an existing one. You can also join multiple instances. You can find a list of furry instances at [Furry Fediverse]](https://furryfediverse.org/) or join ours at CyberFurz Social.

What are toots/posts?

Toots are posts on Mastodon. They are similar to tweets on Twitter. You can post text, images, videos, and more. You can also boost other people’s toots, which is similar to retweeting on Twitter.

What are boosts?

Boosts are similar to retweets on Twitter. You can boost other people’s toots, and they will appear on your profile. You can also boost your own toots.

What are CWs(Content Warnings)?

CWs are similar to Twitter’s sensitive content. You can hide the content of your toot behind a CW. You can also add a description to your CW, so people know what the toot is about. You can also add a NSFW tag to your toot, so people know that it is not safe for work. People tend to use them to mark content that might be disturbing, or to hide spoilers for movies, games, etc.

What is birdsite?

Birdsite is a nickname for Twitter. It is used by people who don’t like Twitter, or who prefer Mastodon.

What is a federated timeline?

A federated timeline is a timeline that shows toots from people on other instances. It is similar to the home timeline on Twitter, but it shows toots from people on other instances. You can also see toots from people on your instance.

What is a local timeline?

A local timeline is a timeline that shows toots from people on your instance. It is similar to the home timeline on Twitter, but it shows toots from people on your instance. You can also see toots from people on other instances.

What is a home timeline?

A home timeline is a timeline that shows toots from people you follow. It is similar to the home timeline on Twitter, but it shows toots from people you follow. You can also see toots from people on other instances.