Anyone can set up and run their own server on here.

This is great for lots of reasons (outlined here: fedi.tips/why-is-the-fediverse) but it also means that a small minority of servers may be run by nasty people, and potentially contain nasty content.

Fortunately, most server admins use server blocks to prevent their users having any contact with rogue servers.

If you see something bad on here, it's important to report it so that your admin can take action. Click on ⋯ and "report" to report a post.

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Lorrie W

@feditips

Who gets the "Report"

*Their* server Admin?
Or
*My* server Admin?

I've had one that I wanted to "report"

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👍Maximum Derek👍

@feditips Are their resources to help admins keep up with rogue or otherwise problematic instances? Like is there a group that announces or maintains a list of problematic servers admins might want to block or defederate with?

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TahomaSoft

@feditips Thank you!

One thing that comes up in my day job periodically is the financial capability of a utility, such as a drinking water system. To a lesser extent, the same question applies to the Fediverse; small operators need to have a financial model that allows them to keep the system maintained and operational.

What are the current best practices for server admins to be able to continue providing services for their users?

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