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Pleroma

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Writing · Vendor site 2026-10-04

Pleroma is lightweight fediverse server software compatible with Mastodon, Pixelfed, Misskey, and other ActivityPub platforms. Users can join public instances or self-host with alternative frontends such as Pleroma FE, Soapbox, or Glitch-lily.

Updated 2026-10-04View sources
Official website
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Writing
Free access
Homepage describes Pleroma as free software developed in the open with public GitLab sources.
API access
Site navigation links to API documentation for integrating with Pleroma instances.

Is Pleroma right for you?

A good fit for

Communities wanting a customizable microblogging server that federates with the wider fediverse.

Before you choose

Public instances may close registrations when understaffed, so self-hosting requires your own moderation and ops work.

Lightweight fediverse server

Pleroma.social introduces Pleroma as free, federated social networking software with multiple frontends and guides for joining or operating instances.

What it can do

Features & capabilities

Unknown is different from unavailable. Each fact carries its own evidence.

CapabilityValueEvidenceChecked
Fediverse compatibilityHomepage states Pleroma interoperates with Misskey, Pixelfed, Mastodon, and other fediverse software.Facts sourced2026-10-04
Frontend optionsSite lists Pleroma FE, Soapbox, and Glitch-lily as supported frontends for instances.Facts sourced2026-10-04

Understand the total cost

Pleroma pricing & plans

Free

Free

Homepage describes Pleroma as free software developed in the open with public GitLab sources.

Access
Homepage describes Pleroma as free software developed in the open with public GitLab sources.
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The practical questions

Frequently asked questions

What is Pleroma used for?

Pleroma is lightweight fediverse server software compatible with Mastodon, Pixelfed, Misskey, and other ActivityPub platforms. Users can join public instances or self-host with alternative frontends such as Pleroma FE, Soapbox, or Glitch-lily.

Does Pleroma have a free plan?

Homepage describes Pleroma as free software developed in the open with public GitLab sources.. This record lists ongoing free access; check the plan limits before starting.

How much does Pleroma cost?

No paid monthly price is listed; this record treats the product as free to start. See the plan cards for entitlements, billing commitments and seat minimums.

Can I use Pleroma through an API?

Site navigation links to API documentation for integrating with Pleroma instances.. API access and subscription access may have different terms; consult the linked sources.

What should I check before choosing it?

Public instances may close registrations when understaffed, so self-hosting requires your own moderation and ops work.

Price history

No retained pricing changes yet. A current price alone does not establish a historical trend.

How this profile is supported

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