When you try to log in to your Mastodon account using Safari or another browser on an iPhone, you might get stuck in an endless redirect loop. The login page keeps refreshing, asks for credentials again, or never completes the OAuth handshake. This problem often occurs because of conflicting Safari privacy settings, expired session cookies, … Read more
Changing the email address associated with your Mastodon account is a straightforward process, but it requires careful attention because Mastodon sends a confirmation link to the new address before the change takes effect. If you do not complete the confirmation step, your account will remain tied to the old email. This article explains the exact … Read more
If you try to log in to Mastodon and see a message that your account is locked or suspended by a moderator, you cannot use the service until the restriction is lifted. A moderator locks an account when they find content that violates the instance rules or terms of service. This article explains why accounts … Read more
You may have more than one Mastodon account, such as a personal profile and a work or community profile. Switching between them in the official Mastodon app is not always obvious because the app does not show a dedicated account switcher button on the home screen. This article explains the exact steps to add, remove, … Read more
When you try to join Mastodon, many instances display a message that registration is closed. This happens because instance administrators often disable open sign-ups to control server load and maintain community quality. This article explains why sign-ups are limited on many instances and lists reliable places where you can still create an account. You will … Read more
Mastodon accounts do not have a built-in blue checkmark like Twitter or Instagram. Instead, Mastodon uses a self-hosted verification method that links your profile to a personal website you control. When you add a link to your website in your Mastodon profile and place a special rel=me link back to your Mastodon profile on that … Read more
You changed your profile picture on your Mastodon home instance, but the old image still shows on other instances. This happens because Mastodon instances cache profile data locally to reduce server load. The cached data does not refresh automatically when you update your avatar. This article explains why the cache blocks the update and shows … Read more
Application access tokens allow third-party services and scripts to interact with your Mastodon account without exposing your login credentials. These tokens authenticate API requests for tasks such as posting content, reading timelines, or managing notifications from external tools. Without a token, any external app would need your email and password, which creates a security risk. … Read more
You try to log in to Mastodon and see a red banner saying your account is suspended. This notice prevents you from posting, following, or even viewing your profile. A suspension usually happens because of a specific violation of the instance’s rules, such as posting illegal content or repeated harassment. This article explains the exact … Read more
You may want to take a break from Mastodon without permanently losing your profile, followers, and posts. Deactivating your account hides your profile from public view and stops all activity, but preserves your data for later reactivation. This is different from deleting your account, which removes everything permanently after a 30-day grace period. This article … Read more