Sophie KazandjianFeb 24

Hi Everyone!

First, a huge thank you for the incredibly warm welcome to the Fediverse. The kindness from this community has been overwhelming, and such a contrast to the platforms I've left behind.

Now, I've gone down a total rabbit hole investigating more ethical tech. I've just realised that if I'm deleting Meta from my life, WhatsApp should probably go too. I'd love to know what you think are the best alternatives. Signal? Matrix/Element?

#Privacy #DeleteMeta #WhatsApp

Show threadTwoowls Elt 🦉 🦉Feb 24
@sophiekaz Hi! I use Signal, but it is an uphill struggle to get family members etc. on board.
Show threadSophie KazandjianFeb 24
@twoowls73 thank you! I thought convincing everyone to switch would be the biggest drawback, but honestly I'm starting to see it as part of the mission. One conversation at a time :)
Show threadThomas Svensson 🖖

@sophiekaz @twoowls73

As long as the "network effect" and convenience dominate, it will be a challenge to get family and friends to even install a better choice while still having their current. I see the challenge as marathon, not a sprint.

The biggest hurdle is for many to connect the negative consequences - in particular surveillance profiling - resulting from those business models.

Personally I focus on using for real things with those who do try. Found that is the most rewarding for all.

Feb 24 at 1:26pmWeb