Hm, they have control over the instance but not directly (except if they fork etc) over the software? So comparing to reddit they can’t modify the UI to include ads, can’t inject tracking, etc.

I can also assure you it is true. I was given a $100 not… uh wait no you didn’t hear that

I want to see it with the frog’s tongue sticking out

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