In the early days of Facebook and Twitter, the content you saw was mostly what you wanted to see. You followed people or hashtags to customize your feeds. However, nowadays, your feeds are filled with ads, content from people you didn’t choose to follow, and content that seems like ads. You may also notice updates from people you did choose to follow. This can be frustrating, but Mastodon offers a solution. It feels like going back to the early days of social media, where you see only what you want to see in a linear flow. It doesn’t prioritize ads or algorithmic engagement like Facebook or Twitter. It also provides useful features for both consuming and publishing content. And the best part is, you don’t have to worry about privacy settings or being tracked for targeted ads. Mastodon is a refreshing alternative.
https://chrlschn.medium.com/mastodon-is-rewinding-the-clock-on-social-media-in-a-good-way-8998f6d9f1aa