this post was submitted on 17 Oct 2023
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On the side bar it lists the following:

  • [Matrix/Element]Dead
  • Discord

"Discord" is an active link, but the Matrix link is completely inactive. Not only is it inactive (which could have be excused as a broken link), but it is also manually labeled as "Dead", as if there is no intention of making it work. How can a community that is focused on privacy willingly favor a service that is privacy non-respecting when a perfectly functional privacy-respecting alternative exists?

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[–] [email protected] 5 points 1 year ago

Just a slightly higher barrier to entry really filters out the low-quality ignorant/belligerent/unconstructive posters, don't you think? The relative absence of useless posts made either by bots or unhelpful users is refreshing too. It's not perfect but it's a huge step in the right direction.