Fedistar is a free, open-source desktop client designed for accessing decentralized social networks within the Fediverse. It supports platforms such as Mastodon, Pleroma, Friendica, Firefish, GoToSocial, Pixelfed, and Akkoma. The application provides a multicolumn interface that allows users to monitor different timelines simultaneously. Users can connect multiple accounts and follow conversations across compatible social networking instances. It supports real-time timeline updates and desktop notifications for new activity. Public timelines can also be viewed without signing in to an account. Built with Tauri, Fedistar is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux, providing a unified environment for exploring and participating in decentralized social communities.
Features
- Multicolumn interface for monitoring multiple Fediverse timelines simultaneously
- Multiple account management across compatible decentralized social networking platforms
- Mastodon, Pleroma, Friendica, Firefish, GoToSocial, and Pixelfed integration
- Real-time timeline streaming with automatic updates of social activity
- Native desktop notifications for incoming social interactions and updates
- Public timeline browsing without authentication and cross-platform desktop compatibility