| | By Konstantin Obenland on July 18, 2025 |
Imagine publishing once and instantly reaching engaged readers across dozens of platforms—without ads, algorithms, or corporate interference. That's the power of the Fediverse. You can expand your reach to millions of potential readers while maintaining full control over your content and audience relationships. WordPress.com's newest ActivityPub features make joining this thriving network of independent creators simpler than ever. A smoother start with the new onboarding experience Trying something new can feel overwhelming, so we’ve added a step-by-step guide that walks you through everything ActivityPub can do. When you turn it on, you’ll get a quick tour of the basics: what ActivityPub is, how it helps you connect your blog with the wider Fediverse, and where to find all your new settings. We’ll even show you the special editor blocks you can use to highlight your Fediverse profile right on your site. Customize your Fediverse presence When your blog appears on other Fediverse platforms like Mastodon, these new settings help shape how your content and identity are presented. Each platform might display things a little differently, but customizing these options helps your blog stand out and feel more welcoming to potential followers. Here’s what you can personalize: Avatar: This is the small image that shows up next to your posts and comments across the Fediverse. By default, it’s your WordPress.com Site Icon. Want to change it? Just update your Site Icon in your General Settings—a clear, recognizable image works best. Header Image: The header is a big banner that sits at the top of your blog’s profile on Fediverse platforms. You can upload something that reflects your style or what your blog is about, or leave it blank if you prefer. Description: This is your blog’s short bio. By default, it uses your WordPress tagline, but you can write something custom to introduce your blog to new followers. Extra Fields: Add links to your homepage, social profiles, pronouns, or anything else you want people to see. You can edit, add, or organize these fields however you like. See and manage your followers Curious about who’s following your blog from across the Fediverse? Now you can see a list of your followers, complete with profile details and the last time they interacted with your site. It’s a simple way to keep track of your growing audience. Ready to try it out? If you haven’t enabled ActivityPub yet, it’s easy to get started! Just head to Marketing > Connections in your WordPress.com dashboard and activate the Fediverse feature. Once it’s on, you’ll find all the new settings under Settings > ActivityPub. We can’t wait to see how you use these new features to connect with even more people across the Fediverse! |
