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Bridgy Fed
fed.brid.gySame kind of website
Bridgy Fed connects profiles across social networks, bridging Mastodon and other decentralized social platforms.
Alternatives
The Best Friendica Alternatives in 2026
5 alternatives0 free · 2 open source
Looking for something like Friendica? Here are 5 alternatives, ranked by how closely they match it on purpose, features and platforms. Of these, 2 are open source.
Friendica connects users across decentralized social networks without a central authority.
Top picks at a glance
First suggestionBridgy FedBridgy Fed connects profiles across social networks…Open source optionmastodon-androidUse Mastodon’s official Android app to access the…Another optionMastodon AppsBrowse official and third-party apps for using Mastodon…
Quick comparison
| # | Alternative | Pricing | Open source | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bridgy Fed | — | Not stated | Web |
| 2 | Mastodon Apps | — | Not stated | Android, iOS, Web |
| 3 | fedv.link | — | Not stated | Web |
| 4 | mastodon-android | — | Yes | Android |
| 5 | mastodon-ios | — | Yes | iOS |
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Mastodon Apps
joinmastodon.org/appsSame kind of website
Browse official and third-party apps for using Mastodon, the decentralized social network.
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fedv.link
fedv.linkSame kind of website
fedv.link explains the fediverse’s social networking model, describing how separate servers can connect through shared protocols.
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Open source
Use Mastodon’s official Android app to access the decentralized social network.
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Open source
Use Mastodon’s official iOS app to access the decentralized social network.
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Alternatives to similar tools
mastodon-android24 alternativesBridgy Fed11 alternativesmastodon-ios24 alternativesMastodon Apps12 alternativesfedv.link12 alternatives
What is the best alternative to Friendica?
Based on features, tags and platforms, the closest alternatives to Friendica are Bridgy Fed, Mastodon Apps, and fedv.link.
Are there open-source alternatives to Friendica?
Yes: mastodon-android and mastodon-ios.
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