Mastodon has always been about more than just technology - it's about people. A place where privacy is respected, harassment isn’t tolerated, and communities can thrive.

But as we grow, so does the need to protect what makes Mastodon special.

That’s why we’re launching this Giving Tuesday campaign to fund a Trust & Safety Lead - a dedicated role to strengthen moderation tools and server blocklists, prevent abuse, and ensure our platform remains a beacon of respectful, open conversations so that every user feels safe and supported.

Why Now?

Online spaces are becoming more important than ever, but many have become plagued by harassment, misinformation, and toxicity, especially since Twitter's acquisition in 2022. Mastodon offers a better way, but safeguarding our community requires new tools and dedicated leadership.

With the recent U.S. election results our work is more urgent than ever. The idea of turning platforms like X into an “everything app,” modelled after WeChat, was previously blocked by regulations. Yet, with Elon Musk’s increasing influence and privileged access to the White House, those hurdles may fall.

Mastodon serves as a vital alternative - a decentralised, community-led platform where people, not profit, shape the future. By funding a Trust & Safety Lead, you can help ensure Mastodon remains a safe, thriving social media platform for millions.

Your donation today makes this possible.

With your help, we can:

Build advanced moderation tools for better, faster responses
Strengthen Mastodon’s systems to prevent abuse and harassment
Empower diverse, global communities to thrive in safety and respect

Every donation fuels the mission to keep Mastodon a safe, independent, and ad-free alternative to VC-funded for-profit platforms.

We believe the internet should be a place where everyone feels safe, respected, and empowered to connect.

Donate what you can today to build the future of an online community - safe, free and open for everyone.

Thank you for being part of this movement!

The Mastodon team ❤️ 🐘

Support Mastodon this Giving Tuesday!

Keep Mastodon Safe: Fund Trust & Safety Lead Today

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