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fedv.link explains the fediverse’s social networking model, describing how separate servers can connect through shared protocols.
About fedv.link
fedv.link creates links that open ActivityPub posts and profiles on a person's preferred server. A link is made by placing https://fedv.link/ in front of a post or profile URL, allowing the content to be viewed on the server hosting the user's account to boost, favorite, or follow.
Use does not require sign-up; the preferred server is set in the browser and stored in localStorage. The site states it has only been tested with Mastodon instances and that Threads.net does not always work yet.
Key features
- Open ActivityPub post URLs on user's preferred server
- Open ActivityPub profile URLs on user's preferred server
- Create links by prepending https://fedv.link/ to URL
- Save preferred server in browser localStorage
- Use service without signing up for account
- Run link handling with client-side JavaScript
Best for: People with a Fediverse account who encounter posts and profiles on other servers.
Good for
- No sign-up required to use links
- Preferred server is stored in browser localStorage
- Link handling uses client-side JavaScript
Watch out for
- Only tested with Mastodon instances
- Threads.net links do not always work yet
fedv.link at a glance
- Website
- fedv.link
- Category
- Social & Communities › Fediverse
- Type
- Website
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Web
- Open source
- Not stated
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
fedv.link alternatives
Tools and sites you could use instead, ranked by how closely they match.
Mastodon documentation explains microblogging and guides users through the federated social network.
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Lemmy supports federated link sharing and discussion, with directories for servers, apps, and documentation.
Bridgy Fed connects profiles across social networks, bridging Mastodon and other decentralized social platforms.
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fedv.link FAQ
What is fedv.link?
It provides links designed to open ActivityPub posts and profiles in the end user's preferred server, similar to how mailto: links open a preferred email application.
How do I use this?
Prepend the ActivityPub URL with https://fedv.link/, for example https://fedv.link/.
Do I need to sign up?
No. Set a preferred server in the browser and fedv.link links will open on that site. All logic is client-side JavaScript and the server is stored in localStorage.
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