This, right here, is why I do what I do. We [trans people] will never be safe on corporate social media. Even a platform that advertises itself as "the queerest place on the internet" will happily nuke our accounts with no warning or chance to appeal.
And so I push through the stress and burnout to continue one of the hardest things I've ever done. Running this instance is a daily struggle, but it's worth it. We've suffered enough under hostile moderation and apathetic corporations, so now it's time to ensure our own protection.
Transfem.social is and always will be a safe space for marginalized people. That's my promise, and that's the goal that keeps me pressing forward.
-- Ember, admin of transfem.social :heart_trans:
@fEmber i honestly don't have as much to say as i'd like to but i just want to thank you for your amazing work keeping and maintaining this safe space for all of us. we appreciate it. <3
:heart_trans: Request for IT assistance :heart_trans:
Hi friends! Our SysAdmins are still blocked by a network issue that prevents our migration to the new servers. We are running out of ideas and would appreciate any possible support. If you have or know someone who has experience with IPv6 networks, then please contact me or another member of our staff. We would earnestly appreciate any help or advice!
The problem, as I understand it, is that traffic fails to pass through our OPNSense firewall. We have a /48 block allocated on the WAN side, and want to expose a public IP from the LAN. See this reply for a longer description and some discussion.
Due to a bug in our Sharkey server software, transfem.social will be temporarily blocking all Lemmy instances. Most Lemmy posts cannot be loaded correctly, and will instead cause major performance issues and delay other, non-lemmy posts by a significant factor.
These instances have not done anything wrong, and we will revert the blocks when the bug is fixed. This is only a workaround for a technical issue. We apologize for the inconvenience!
@yassie_j@fEmber@puppygirlhornypost you have no right to complain about my slightly rancid posts when you've posted things as horrible as that emojipasta from last week
Good morning valued customers! I'm Ember, admin of transfem.social. I'm here today with a big announcement regarding the exciting new future of our platform.
Beginning today (April 1, 2024), transfem.social and the transfem.org network have partnered with Microsoft to build a new generation of content-centric social media! Our new, patented Microsoft Sharkey (TM) 11 update brings a variety of cutting-edge features to maximize engagement and expand your commercial reach.
Today's update brings you many new features, including:
Sponsored posts - see the latest and greatest right at the top of your home feed.
New recommended timeline - find the most relevant posts using AI intelligence.
Enhanced privacy settings - choose between "share data" and "ask again later" for all tracking and advertisements.
Integration with other Microsoft products - connect to Outlook (TM) and GitHub (TM) to see updates right in your notification sidebar.
Sign in with Microsoft - all legacy Sharkey accounts have been upgraded to a free Microsoft account.
XBOX Gaming support - Clicker, Bubble Game, and Mahjong have been replaced with new ad-funded versions. All existing users will receive 10 free pulls in each game!
Clippy sub-module - all posts are verified for correct and format English grammar. Alternate language packs can be purchased for an additional fee.
Enhanced search - Use Bing to instantly search the entire fediverse - including private posts! Don't know what you want? That's OK, Cortana is here to bring you Microsoft's recommended results for any search query.
Cloud Drive - Microsoft Sharkey's (TM) drive has been fully overhauled. All uploaded media is now backed by Microsoft OneDrive, including automated AI analysis to improve your Sharkey experience.
Of course, I can't forget the single best feature of Microsoft Sharkey (TM) 11 - a brand new re-imagined Ai-chan! In addition to a whole new look, Ai is now backed by Cortana and Copilot. Your new posting companion can help you read, write, and edit any text or media upload. All you have to do is ask - Ai is always listening for her catchphrase "hey Ai!". Say goodbye to typing, and say hello to a new generation of voice-assistant fedi!
As a part of this new era, Sharkey will transition to a source-available model. Instances of less than 100 users can obtain a free license, while larger organizations should contact sales to request a quote. This new model will alleviate funding concerns and ensure that Sharkey is financially prepared for a web 3 future.
Thank you all for your trust and patience as we move forward into a greater future. I hope you enjoy it!
Fabulous news. And the newly released Hololens UI that'll replace the old-fashioned web interface, wasn't even mentioned in the announcement. With Microsoft now sharing a place at the rudder, Sharkey gained an extra dimension and offers us a peek in a realm of unlimited possibilities. Can't wait for the eventual NYSE notation and see these stocks soar!
@fEmber Funnily enough, the fact that this is not actually true is the reason some people have argue that the fediverse is dead and the future is with (whatever they are trying to sell).
:heart_trans: small request / reminder about photo-sensitivity :heart_trans:
Hi friends! Ember here with a quick reminder to please be careful with media - especially animated media - that includes any of the following:
bright lights / colors
flashing or pulsing
gradient effects or patterns
rapid motion, movement, or animation
All of these can be uncomfortable or physically painful to people with photo-sensitivity. In some cases, such media can even trigger a migraine or seizure. When posting anything like that, please be sure to include a content warning on the post. Be especially careful with emoji reactions, as these may appear outside of the content warning. If you're ever in doubt, then err on the side of caution and add a content warning. You can also reach out to me or another member of staff for advice.
Thank you for understanding, and for helping to keep our instance safe and inclusive. :heart_trans:
Just in case there's any doubt, transfem.social does not and will never federate with Instagram Threads. Even if Meta wasn't a large commercial entity with a history of illegal and immoral behavior, the Threads instance has repeatedly shown moderation standards that are not compatible with our values or conducive to building a positive online experience.
Threads consistently meets our criteria for defederation, even accounting for its tremendous user base. We would immediately suspend any other instance for the behavior shown by Meta's users and staff, and Threads does not get special treatment.
I apologize if this is a disappointment, but we cannot compromise on this. Thank you for your understanding, and please have a lovely rest of your day!
:heart_trans: Community Appreciation Post :heart_trans:
Hi friends! I want to thank you all for helping us reach this incredible milestone. transfem.social would be nothing without all you lovely people who fill our timeline with memes, shitposts, and sharp commentary on the greater queer experience within modern society.
Our local timeline is always a treat, filled with honest expressions of countless unique life experiences. Scrolling through, I see thread after thread of earnest and friendly conversations between friends and strangers alike. This community has become a truly beautiful place, and I'm honored to be here as your admin. Thank you, and I hope you continue to enjoy our little corner of the internet!
:heart_trans: Important safety announcement for transfem.social :heart_trans:
Hi friends! A known bad actor is back on fedi after a long hiatus. Please report any profiles with usernames like "way2cute" or "waytoocutexo", as these are entirely fake accounts made for the purpose of catfishing. Do not engage with this user, and do not accept his follow requests. Just report and let us handle it.
I'll have more details soon, but I need to dig up some very old notes from last time he was active. Stay safe out there!
@fEmber I had this person try to engage me on another account a few months ago. I don't think I reacted they way they were expecting. I ended up blocking them when they were very insistent that I play the game they wanted to play. Some sort of forced feminization kink. I thought I saw a very similar sounding post with a similar looking pfp earlier today. I thought about reporting it but couldn't figure out what rule they were breaking. What should they be reported as?