Welcome to the Fediverse
Connect on a healthier level.
No algorithms. No paid placement. Just community.
Herron’s Federated Services helps people use technology with confidence, independence, and respect for the environment.
From digital privacy and decentralized social networks to sustainable computing, recycling, and Linux installation, we teach the skills that keep people — not corporations — in control of their digital lives.
Technology Tutoring
Our tutoring helps people take confident control of their digital lives — building skills that promote freedom, sustainability, and connection.
Fediverse onboarding
We explore decentralized social platforms like Friendica or Mastodon for open microblogging and Pixelfed for creative photo sharing.
Online security & privacy
Learn practical habits like password management, two-factor authentication, encrypted messaging, and safer social media use — without fear or confusion.
Self-hosting for independence
Go deeper with self-hosting. Build and maintain your own online spaces, communities, and digital identities without algorithms, ads, or corporate control.
Sustainable computing with Linux
We help people install and configure Linux to keep older hardware useful for years and reduce electronic waste.
How it works
- Tell us your personal or business goals. Fediverse setup, privacy basics, self-hosting, or Linux — start where you are.
- Learn with guided support. Practical, calm tutoring that builds confidence and independence from algorithm-driven platforms and dark patterns.
- Leave with next steps. Clear follow-ups you can actually use.
Our approach
We specialize in helping learners understand and participate in the Fediverse, the decentralized social network that links individuals across independent platforms.
Through practical, guided learning, we explore tools like Mastodon, Pixelfed, and XMPP. For those ready to go deeper, we also teach self-hosting — empowering you to build and maintain your own online spaces without algorithms, ads, or dark patterns.
We believe technology should enhance autonomy, creativity, and psychological safety. Our approach blends technical know-how with respect for human wellbeing and the environment.
Online security & privacy awareness
In today’s hyperconnected world, security and privacy are essential forms of self-care. We help learners recognize risks, protect their data, and limit unnecessary exposure — without paranoia.
Self-hosting for digital independence
By operating your own Fediverse instance, chat server, or personal website, you gain hands-on experience in system administration, data stewardship, and community design.
Sustainable computing with Linux
Many laptops that cannot run Windows 11 are still excellent computers. Installing Linux keeps hardware useful longer and reduces environmental harm.
At its core, Herron’s Federated Services is about connection — between people, ideas, and the planet that sustains us.
Why choose us?
- 🎓 Mentorship: Learn at your own pace with personal guidance on joining, exploring, or self-hosting in the Fediverse.
- 🌿 No pressure: Step away from algorithm-driven noise and rediscover calm, authentic social connections.
- 🤝 Community: Connect with others who value openness, creativity, and digital independence.
- 💙 Support: Donations made to us directly sustain our services and help nurture a thriving, decentralized community. Most Fediverse instances accept donations.
From the Blog
News, walkthroughs, and ideas from around the Fediverse.
Tell us what you’d like to do — we’ll help you get set up.
You don’t need to be technical. You don’t need to have it all figured out. You can do this.
Ready to take control of your online experience? Learn how to join, explore, or self-host your own corner of the Fediverse with personalized tutoring.