2/7 PREREQUISITE #1: Updated Instance

The first reason Collections might not work? Your instance admins haven't updated to Mastodon v4.6.0 or later.

Check with your admins or check your instance's version. No update means no Collections.

3/7 PREREQUISITE #2: The Person You Want to Add

Here's the thing: the person you want to add must enable the setting below.

How?
Settings → Privacy and Reach → "Feature me in discovery experiences" → Save.

⬇️ See it in action: https://video.amassaro.eu/w/fpoWtPb3NkD3HeDqKbeH2x

4/7 ✅ Once both prerequisites are met, you're ready!

How to create a Collection:

1) Click Collections → New Collection

2) Type the account you want to add

3) Continue to Basic Details

5/7 Collection Details:

Name: 40 characters max

Description: 100 characters max (optional)

Topic: Add a hashtag to help others understand the theme (optional)

Language: Select from the dropdown

Visibility: Public or Unlisted

Content Warning: Mark as sensitive if needed

6/7 Then hit "Create Collection"

You can watch the entire process here: https://video.amassaro.eu/w/fDrqZtuKRgeptKxh3MoqMy

7/7 Pro Tips:

Collections help you curate and organize accounts by topic.

- They're discoverable in search (if public)

- Perfect for creating lists of: journalists, artists, developers, local accounts, etc.

Have you tried Collections yet? What would you use them for?