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Masto.host
Masto.host hosts Mastodon instances and lets communities choose service plans, with options that can be upgraded as needs change.
About Masto.host
Masto.host provides managed hosting for Mastodon instances. Users choose a service plan and subscribe with a credit card or PayPal, after which the hosting is created and Mastodon is installed, with an email sent when the process is complete.
Plans can be upgraded or downgraded later. Users can use a domain or subdomain they own by pointing it to Masto.host infrastructure using provided DNS instructions, or use a free Masto.host subdomain. Hosted instances run Mastodon, open-source software compatible with the ActivityPub protocol that can interact with other servers in the Fediverse.
Key features
- Managed Mastodon instance setup and installation
- Upgrade or downgrade hosting plan with few clicks
- Use owned domain/subdomain or free Masto.host subdomain
- Pay subscription with credit card or PayPal
- Provides DNS instructions for custom domains
- Email notification when hosting setup completes
Best for: People and communities that want to run a Mastodon instance without handling server installation themselves.
Good for
- Hosting creation and Mastodon installation are handled by the service
- Plans can be upgraded or downgraded later
- Supports a custom domain or a free Masto.host subdomain
Masto.host at a glance
- Website
- masto.host
- Category
- Social & Communities › Fediverse
- Type
- Website
- Pricing
- Paid
- Platforms
- Web
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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Masto.host FAQ
How do I start an instance with Masto.host?
Choose a plan, choose a domain option, and subscribe with a credit card or PayPal. The hosting is then created and Mastodon is installed, and you receive an email when complete.
Can I use my own domain?
Yes. You can use a domain or subdomain you own by pointing it to Masto.host infrastructure using the provided DNS instructions, or use a free Masto.host subdomain.
What is Mastodon?
Mastodon is open-source social media software compatible with the ActivityPub protocol. A Mastodon server can communicate with other servers in the Fediverse, so users can post, interact, follow, or be followed by users on remote servers.
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