Fediverse sharing lets your Threads posts appear on platforms like Mastodon and other ActivityPub-compatible services. For verified accounts, the process is identical to standard accounts, but you must ensure your profile meets all requirements. This article explains the prerequisites and the exact steps to turn on fediverse sharing for your verified Threads account.
Key Takeaways: Enable Fediverse Sharing for Verified Threads Profiles
- Profile > Privacy > Fediverse sharing: Toggle this setting on to allow your public posts to be shared on other ActivityPub servers.
- Public profile requirement: Your Threads account must be set to public, not private, for fediverse sharing to work.
- Verified badge does not block sharing: Having a verified badge does not prevent you from using fediverse sharing.
What Fediverse Sharing Does for Verified Accounts
Fediverse sharing uses the ActivityPub protocol to broadcast your public Threads posts to other servers in the fediverse. When enabled, your posts can appear on Mastodon, Pleroma, and other ActivityPub platforms. Your verified badge remains visible on Threads, but it does not transfer to other platforms. The feature is available to all users, including verified accounts, as long as the profile is public.
Before you start, confirm that your Threads account meets these prerequisites:
- Your profile is set to public. Private profiles cannot use fediverse sharing.
- You are using the latest version of the Threads app on iOS or Android, or accessing Threads via a web browser.
- Your Threads account is linked to an Instagram account.
- You are at least 16 years old (age requirements vary by region).
Steps to Enable Fediverse Sharing on a Verified Account
- Open the Threads app or website
Launch Threads on your mobile device or go to threads.net in your browser. Log in with your verified account credentials. - Go to your profile
Tap the profile icon in the bottom-right corner of the app, or click your profile picture in the top-right corner on the web. - Access Settings
Tap the two horizontal lines icon in the top-right corner of your profile page. On the web, click the gear icon next to your profile name. - Navigate to Privacy
In the Settings menu, tap or click Privacy. - Find Fediverse sharing
Scroll down to the Fediverse sharing option. Tap or click it. - Toggle the setting on
Tap the toggle switch next to Fediverse sharing to turn it on. A confirmation dialog appears. Tap Turn on to confirm.
After you enable the feature, your public Threads posts will be shared to the fediverse. Other users on ActivityPub platforms can follow your Threads profile using your full Threads handle (for example, @username@threads.net).
Common Issues When Enabling Fediverse Sharing
“Fediverse sharing” option does not appear in Privacy settings
If the option is missing, your account is likely set to private. Switch your profile to public by going to Settings > Privacy > Private profile and turning the toggle off. The fediverse sharing option will appear after a few minutes.
Verified badge does not show on other platforms
The verified badge is a Threads-only feature. When your posts appear on Mastodon or other servers, the badge is not displayed. This is expected behavior and does not affect the sharing functionality.
Posts are not appearing on Mastodon after enabling sharing
Allow up to 24 hours for your first posts to propagate to other servers. Verify that your profile is public and that the fediverse sharing toggle is set to on. If the issue persists, check that the receiving server is not blocking Threads domains.
Threads Fediverse Sharing: Verified vs Standard Account
| Item | Verified Account | Standard Account |
|---|---|---|
| Eligibility | Available if profile is public | Available if profile is public |
| Setup steps | Identical to standard account | Identical to verified account |
| Badge transfer to fediverse | Not transferred | Not applicable |
| Post visibility on other platforms | Public posts only | Public posts only |
Both account types share the same functionality. The verification status does not change how fediverse sharing works.
Now you can enable fediverse sharing on your verified Threads account and reach audiences on Mastodon and other ActivityPub platforms. Try searching for your posts on a Mastodon instance using your Threads handle to confirm propagation. For better discoverability, add your Threads handle to your bio on other social networks.