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Friendica vs Grouped
Both stand on community platforms. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+3
Friendica combines familiar social features with federation, privacy controls, and self-hosting options. It is free to use, but running your own instance requires server setup and command-line administration.
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Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
Grouped combines fan capture, community publishing, audience tools, and multiple payment options for independent artists. Its free entry point is clear, while premium features and transaction deductions affect how artists plan monetization.
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| Friendica | Grouped | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, API, iPhone, Linux, Self-hosted, Web | Android, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Grouped |
| Website | friendi.ca | grouped.com |
| On community platforms | #26 of 126 | #30 of 126 |
Friendica: what it does well
- Free, open-source software
- Supports ActivityPub, OStatus, and diaspora* federation
- Offers post access lists and private groups
- Users can download personal data
- Can run on public or personal servers
What to know first
- Personal hosting requires a remote GNU/Linux server
- Installation needs command-line access for background tasks
- Self-hosting requires PHP and MySQL
- Public-server features depend on the chosen host
Grouped: what it does well
- Free plan for Swaps and Channels
- Available on web, Android, and iOS
- Artists own captured fan data
- Supports audience segmentation and CRM export
- Includes livestreams, polls, and forums
What to know first
- Paid tiers unlock some premium features
- Revenue is split 90/10 after processing fees
- Stripe charges $0.30 plus 2.9% per transaction
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