Threads Begins Beta Test of Fediverse Sharing

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Threads has launched a beta test for a Fediverse sharing feature in the US, Canada, and Japan. This is available to public account users aged 18 and above. When activated, this feature enables users on ActivityPub-compliant platforms such as Mastodon to discover, search, and follow Thread profiles. Users can also interact with posts and engage with users on different servers.

Why It Matters: Less than a year after its debut, Threads has integrated with the Fediverse, a decentralized network of social media platforms. This integration, a key feature Threads promised, enables users to reach a wider audience and interact with users across various servers, increasing the visibility of their content across multiple Fediverse platforms.

While a deeper understanding of the Fediverse is still needed, this move represents an opportunity for creators in the long term. It frees them from dependence on a single platform, provides interoperability, and gives them more control over their data and online presence.