Welcome to the Fediverse
Connect on a healthier level.
No algorithms. No paid placement. Just community.
Herron’s Federated Services helps people use technology with confidence, independence, and respect for the environment.
From digital privacy and decentralized social networks to sustainable computing and Linux installation — we teach the skills that keep people, not corporations, in control.
How it works
Three steps from where you are to where you want to be.
Tell us your goals
Fediverse setup, privacy basics, self-hosting, or Linux — start exactly where you are. No technical background required.
Learn with guided support
Practical, calm tutoring that builds confidence and independence from algorithm-driven platforms and dark patterns.
Leave with next steps
Clear, actionable follow-ups you can actually use — and someone to reach when you have questions.
What we teach
Practical skills for a freer, more sustainable digital life.
Fediverse Onboarding
Explore decentralized platforms like Mastodon for open microblogging and Pixelfed for creative photo sharing — no algorithms, no paid placement.
Security & Privacy
Password management, two-factor authentication, encrypted messaging, and safer social media habits — without fear or confusion.
Self-Hosting
Build and maintain your own online spaces, communities, and digital identity — without XMPP, ads, or corporate control.
Linux & Sustainable Computing
Many laptops that can’t run Windows 11 are still excellent machines. Linux keeps older hardware useful longer and reduces electronic waste.
Why choose us?
Mentorship at your pace.
Personal guidance on joining, exploring, or self-hosting in the Fediverse — whether you’re a complete beginner or ready to go deep.
No pressure, no noise.
Step away from algorithm-driven platforms and rediscover calm, authentic connections with real people.
Community values.
Connect with others who value openness, creativity, and digital independence. The Fediverse is built on cooperation.
Sustained by support.
Donations go directly to keeping our services running and nurturing a thriving, decentralized community.
Our approach
We believe technology should enhance autonomy, creativity, and psychological safety — not extract attention or erode trust.
Through practical, guided learning we explore tools like Mastodon, Pixelfed, and XMPP. For those ready to go deeper, we teach self-hosting — empowering you to build and maintain your own online spaces without algorithms, ads, or dark patterns.
At its core, Herron’s Federated Services is about connection — between people, ideas, and the planet that sustains us.
From the Blog
News, walkthroughs, and ideas from around the Fediverse.
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Social Media and the Fediverse
In the last few years, my patience for social media has been waning. I do like to keep in touch…
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Quick Fediverse 101
There are many videos and articles describing the pros and cons of the Fediverse from different views and perspectives. My…
Ready to take control?
You don’t need to be technical. You don’t need to have it all figured out. You can do this.
Tell us what you’d like to do — we’ll help you get set up with personalized tutoring on the Fediverse, privacy, self-hosting, or Linux.