Mastodon vs Upload-Post
Mastodon
joinmastodon.org
Upload-Post
upload-post.comSide by side
| Figure | Mastodon | Upload-Post |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | $16/mo |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | — |
| Android | Yes | — |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| Self-hosted | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 2 | 5 |
| Spec score · Social Media APIs | 8.5 (#3) | 7.8 (#10) |
| Headquarters | Berlin, Germany | Málaga, Spain |
| Security | Mastodon requires HTTP signatures to validate that received activity was authored by the actor generating it. | The maker says it uses official API integrations, OAuth security protocols, and platform-compliant methods. |
| Support | Mastodon lists separate contact addresses for business hosting, security reports, legal matters, and general inquiries. | The contact page says the team usually responds within a few hours, and the Advanced and Business plans include priority support. |
Plans
Upload-Post
- FreeFree
- Basic$192 a year
- Professional$400 a year
- Advanced$1,411 a year
- Business$4,205 a year
In their own words
Mastodon
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Upload-Post
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