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Threads vs Farcaster: catalog facts
Threads	Farcaster
Free Free to use.	Free No price is listed for signing up or using the app.
Android, iOS, Web	Android, iOS, Web
Large mainstream audience Optional fediverse sharing over ActivityPub	Identity is owned by the user rather than the app Web, iOS and Android apps
Centrally owned and operated by Meta Fediverse support is optional and partial	Signing up requires an email address or phone number Smaller audience than mainstream social networks
Downloadable app, Web application, Hosted service	Downloadable app, Web application
Closed source	Closed source
License: Proprietary	License not stated
Account needed	Account needed
Needs internet	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026

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