Pixelfed

Name: Pixelfed
Rating: 2.45 (1490 reviews)
Author: Daniel Supernault

By: Daniel Supernault

Explore and Share beautiful photos and videos.

Features & Capabilities

Pixelfed is an innovative Chrome extension that brings a fresh approach to sharing and exploring beautiful photos and videos. Emphasizing privacy and an ad-free experience, it features a clean, user-friendly interface that highlights your photography without distractions.

Join a global community that values creativity and privacy. With robust privacy controls and open-source commitment, Pixelfed ensures you maintain control over your online presence. Experience photo sharing in a clutter-free environment, free from hidden algorithms. Get started with Pixelfed and be part of the next generation of photo sharing today.

User Growth & Download Statistics

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By:

Daniel Supernault

Downloads:

323,475 1.66K

Rating:

2.45

(1,490) 10 new ratings

Version:

1.8.0 Last updated: 2025-09-03

Version code:

441083

Creation date:

2025-01-11

Publisher country:

Permissions:

android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.CAMERA Very high risk
android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO Very high risk
android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW High risk
android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk
android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE Low risk
android.permission.INTERNET Low risk
android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS Low risk
android.permission.READ_APP_BADGE Low risk
android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED Low risk

Size:

39.07MB

Email:

he*****@pixelfed.org

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-07-03

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 122,097 ▲ 61

Other platforms

Pixelfed (v1.7.0)

4.20

(534)

For Developers

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Contact the developer

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Developed by:

Daniel Supernault

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pixelfed

Email:

he*****@pixelfed.org

Website:

https://pixelfed.org

User Reviews

Pixelfed offers a promising decentralized alternative to Instagram, praised for its ad-free environment and strong community. However, multiple users report issues with login, slow and buggy performance, limited features such as profile editing and dark mode, and confusing server choices. While the app is visually appealing and growing in popularity, it currently suffers from usability challenges that hinder the user experience. Users remain hopeful for improvements as development continues.

Pros

Decentralized platform offers an Instagram alternative free from ads and corporate control
User interface is visually appealing and resembles classic Instagram, providing a familiar experience
Strong community aspect with a user base that appreciates freedom from Meta platforms
Potential for growth and additional features as the app develops
Free and ad-free environment protecting user privacy

Cons

Significant bugs and crashes affecting usability, including frequent logouts and server access issues
Lack of key features like editing profiles, dark mode, multi-select photo uploads, and expandable captions/comments
Slow loading speeds and sluggish performance compared to the website
Confusing server selection and login process causing user frustration
Direct messaging is broken or unreliable

Recent reviews

what in the world is this garbage. horrible

Ro*****, 2026-05-20

There's this REALLY frustrating and annoying bug (at least on my Android 13) which simply won't allow me to SAVE anything, be it a change on a post or even changes to my own bio! I press the save button and nothing happens. As I'm not alone in it - by the looks of the bad reviews here - pretty sure it's past the time the LAZY DEVS get off their backside and do something ASAP. Even more so when you realise it's been ALMOST 10 MONTHS since the last update!! Abandonware, anyone?