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Top Open Source Decentralized Social Networks Tools in 2026

A curated collection of the 7 best free and open-source Decentralized Social Networks tools in 2026. Compare features, GitHub stars, tech stacks, and self-hosted software.

  • Pixelfed

    Decentralized photo sharing platform

    Stars
    7,072
    Last commit
    11d ago
    License
    AGPL-3.0

  • PeerTube

    Decentralized free video platform alternative to YouTube

    Stars
    15,277
    Last commit
    12d ago
    License
    AGPL-3.0

  • Mastodon

    Decentralized social media platform

    Stars
    50,255
    Last commit
    10d ago
    License
    AGPL-3.0

  • Hey

    A blockchain-powered social platform offering censorship-resistant content sharing, user-owned data, and innovative monetization options.

    Stars
    29,381
    Last commit
    3mo ago
    License
    GPL-3.0

  • Cinny

    Privacy-focused Matrix client

    Stars
    3,865
    Last commit
    27d ago
    License
    AGPL-3.0

  • Bluesky

    Decentralized social network with custom feeds

    Stars
    18,241
    Last commit
    11d ago
    License
    MIT

  • Loops

    Federated open-source short-video platform

    Stars
    444
    Last commit
    19d ago
    License
    AGPL-3.0
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