1 year. 2 apps. An ecosystem of ethical alternatives. 🌱 Instagram -> Pixelfed: apps.apple.com/us/app/pixel... Tiktok -> Loops: apps.apple.com/us/app/loops... Open Source. Federated. Free.

The ad-free, algorithm-free, data collection-free TikTok alternative, Loops, is now available in the App Store. apps.apple.com/us/app/loops... More about the app: joinloops.org #loops #fediverse #TikTok

Loops is Now on the App Store! blog.joinloops.org/loops-is-now...

Hey, is this thing really down?

Here's one for anyone looking for a not evil alternative to #TikTok. @dansup.bsky.social, the developer behind the BlueSky-compatible photo sharing app @pixelfedapp.bsky.social, has created a new app called Loops.video It's ad free, community owned, and not under Trump-mandated ownership.

Our iOS app has been submitted to the App Store for review! 🥳

Every TikTok "alternative" is just another VC-funded data harvesting machine cosplaying as your friend. Why is joinloops.org the only real open source option? Because surveillance capitalism pays better than freedom. If it's not open source, you're not the user, you're the product being sold.

Check out this amazing resource @dansup created! I had no idea how many communities were hosted in Canada. Well done, everyone! Now, we need to grow. #canada #mastoadmin https://madeincanada.social/

madeincanada.social now features a revamped Operated in Canada section (with banners), and a new Social Infrastructure section with @gandersocial.bsky.social and @transrights.northsky.social, thanks to @thisismissem.social suggestion. Let's go Canada 🇨🇦 🚀

Loops + Skylight + diVine = cross platform short videos, for everyone. The dev of diVine is interested in cross platform interop, and with Bridgy, we could bridge Skylight too. The revolution won't be centralized ❤️ joinloops.org via ActivityPub skylight.social via ATproto divine.video via Nostr

Introducing MadeInCanada.social Highlighting sovereign alternatives for Canadians, built by a fellow Canadian ❤️ madeincanada.social

Longest Streak === Current streak 💪 #LetsGo

Your Voice Matters. #Loops #Governance joinloops.org/governance

Accessibility is a first class priority in our new redesign. One example: dropdowns with ARIA roles, keyboard nav, focus management and descriptive titles. A11y isn't a feature, it's a human right. ❤️ #Pixelfed

We are working on a fresh new design and experience. Stay tuned! ✨ #Pixelfed

Pixelfed brought 674,122 new people to the fediverse in 2025. Let's see if we can double that this year 🚀 pixelfed.org/how-to-join

Fediverse account backups via 3rd party FOSS service Personal Archive Node (PAN) is quite brilliant, its compatible with most fediverse software already, and uses a dual strategy for data backup, with one being adaptable to most fedi software via adapters ✨️ More details soon. #PersonalArchiveNode

Since we launched the For You algorithm 21 days ago, you've spent 371 hours or 15 days watching content. This is actual watch time, not (video durations * views) Let this prove that ethical algorithms are not only needed, they win. People want feeds that respect them. joinloops.org/join-the-beta

Loops is the open source TikTok Spread the word ✨️ joinloops.org/our-mission #JoinLoops #TikTok

TikTok sold to Oracle! joinloops.org/why-loops-ma... www.huffpost.com/entry/tiktok...

Loops For You Feed is now available on TestFlight and web! joinloops.org/join-the-beta #Loops

Loops belongs to you, the people. That means being transparent about where we're going and what we stand for. Check out our manifesto + roadmap: joinloops.org/our-mission#... joinloops.org/roadmap #Loops #TikTok #Reels #Fediverse

Introducing #OurFedi2025, a year in review for the fediverse ✨ fedidb.com/year-in-revi...

The social web is safer because of @thisismissem.social Her tireless dedication to trust and security protects us all, but this work requires resources. We are seeking organizations to sponsor her ($500+/mo) to ensure this mission continues. We need her ❤️ support.thisismissem.social#services

Dear Pixelfed: I'm not Santa, but I have been working hard on a few presents for you. I've heard the feedback and complaints, and can't wait for you to open up these gifts on Christmas day. You won't be disappointed, I promise 😉

Working on some major improvements to the Loops web UI ✨ - New full height layout (bye header) - Better Search (users, videos, tags) - Mobile UI w/ bottom navbar like the app - Bigger video player on desktop - Improved Notifications - and much more Shipping Soon 🚀 #loops #joinLoops #loopsVideo

Nuxt is so dang amazing, I love it. I've built 3 production websites with it so far this year ✨ joinloops.org fedidb.com fediverse.info The new Pixelfed UI will be the 4th 😉 #nuxt #NuxtJS #vue

instagram ➡️ pixelfed.org tiktok ➡️ joinloops.org You'd have to be crazy to compete with Instagram. You'd have to be even crazier to compete with TikTok. Maybe I am crazy. Or maybe people just want ethical platforms. The world needs more well-intentioned chaos. Build with us. Donate. Join. Share.

Hello v1.0.0-beta.5, a feature packed release. github.com/joinloops/lo... Now available ✨

He has no idea what Black Friday is, but he loves treats and pets. Dogs really have it all figured out eh?

Encouraging healthy habits is fundamental to an ethical alternative That is why we are working on a Screen Time feature that is enforced across web and apps, allowing you to set your own limits We can reclaim short video sharing for humanity, and make it better, together joinloops.org/our-mission

Loops + Skylight + diVine = cross platform short videos, for everyone. The dev of diVine is interested in cross platform interop, and with Bridgy, we could bridge Skylight too. The revolution won't be centralized ❤️ joinloops.org via ActivityPub skylight.social via ATproto divine.video via Nostr

As we mark #TransgenderDayOfRemembrance and honour those we’ve lost, let’s also uplift those still here doing the hard work. @thisismissem.social has poured so much into trust & safety spaces, often at great personal cost, yet her work is often undervalued. Support her: support.thisismissem.social

Trans people deserve safety, dignity, and joy. Today we remember those we’ve lost and recommit to fighting for those who are here. Stand up, speak out, and show your support. Trans rights are human rights — say it, mean it, and back it with action. #transgenderDayOfRemembrance

Duets. Coming soon to Loops. React side-by-side or stacked with creators across the fediverse. Record your take on any supported Loop and join the conversation. #loops #Duets #loopsDuets

Our new website is live! joinloops.org

I am more interested in @dansup ( @dansup.bsky.social ) loops project than in whatever jack dorsey is maing.

Beyond Pixelfed and @joinloops.bsky.social I’ve also built: • fedidb.com • fediverse.info • respectfulplatforms.org • socialweb.network • fedithreat.net • pubkit.net Want to help me keep building tools that serve users, not shareholders? I’d be deeply grateful → pixelfed.org/support-our-...

Hey BlueSky! 👋 Building something different: an open-source, federated TikTok alternative called Loops. Creator-owned. Community-driven. Fully transparent. Because short-form video shouldn't be controlled by a single company. joinloops.org

Ready for the new app? 👉 loops.video/pages/beta-m... #loops #loopsVideo

✅ Onboarding ✅ Auth (with 2FA support/switch account) ✅ In-app registration The new Loops app is almost ready for you ✨ joinloops.org #loops #loopsVideo #joinLoops

The way people connect will outlast us — 10, 20, even 200 years into the future. What we build today will decide if that future is free and open, or owned by corporations. Build software. Build communities. Spread awareness The foundation starts now — we call it the #socialWeb socialweb.network

1990s: "Fuck IE. We'll build our own." 2000s: "Fuck IE 6. We'll build a faster, open-source browser." 2010s: "Fuck Google's monopoly. We'll fork it." 2020s: "Fuck it. Let's just fork it and add a chatbot." The goal is no longer to replace the king. It's to build a fancier throne room around him.

Loops Joins the Fediverse blog.joinloops.org/loops-joins-...

I'm opting to delegate management of the Loops project after v1.0 Stepping back to let team leaders drive the vision forward. Goal: build a solid foundation, then become a contributor who follows their lead. Building platforms for the people, with the people. That's the future. No ego required ❤️

Loops + ActivityPub I successfully tested federation between Loops and the fediverse! Stay tuned 🚀 getloops.social/v/azWp4zwJ05 #loops #activityPub #fediverse

The fediverse needs better developer resources. The kind ATProto has. Fixing that gap: rich docs, interactive examples, instant prototyping. Built indie-style with FediDB, browser.pub and other community resources to create a better foundation for fedi devs. Sometimes one spark is all it takes. ✨

Loops v1.0.0-alpha.1 is out! As a solo dev, this first alpha represents countless late nights building what I believe short-form video should be: federated, open, and creator-owned. Still early days, but excited to share ✨ Demo: m.yloops.com Source: github.com/joinloops/lo... #loops #socialweb

I'm so proud of this, Stories will usher in a new era for the fediverse. Mark my words 😎

We're almost ready to ship Stories to TestFlight! Also, you will be able to disable Stories and never see them if you prefer.