Pixelfed

1.8.0

Daniel Supernault

2.40

1,475 reviews

100,000+
Downloads

Free

Explore and Share beautiful photos and videos.

2.40 · 1,475 reviews · 100,000+ downloads

iOS version

Pros & Cons

Privacy-first approach with robust controls
Ad-free, distraction-free feed
Open-source ethos and transparency
Media-focused, clutter-free interface that highlights photos and videos

Compared to mainstream social apps, fewer explicit references to 'gallery', 'albums', and other photo/video features are highlighted.
Relatively modest average rating (~2.56) may indicate room for improvement to reach broader audiences

About Pixelfed

Pixelfed is a social app developed by Daniel Supernault.

How many times has Pixelfed been downloaded?

Pixelfed has been downloaded 330 thousand times. In the last 30 days, the app was downloaded 6.1 thousand times.

What is the rating of Pixelfed?

Pixelfed is rated 2.40 out of 5 stars, based on 1.5 thousand ratings.

Is Pixelfed free?

Pixelfed is free to download. The APK download size is 32.42 MB. The latest version available is 1.8.0. The last update was on September 3, 2025.

What are the requirements for Pixelfed?

Pixelfed requires Android 7.0+ or higher. The app has a content rating of Medium Maturity. The app has been available on Google Play September 2024.

Description

Discover a refreshing way to share and enjoy photos with Pixelfed for Android – the privacy-focused, ad-free social platform.

Dive into a world where your moments shine without distractions. Pixelfed offers a beautifully simple interface designed to showcase your photography in a clutter-free environment.

Connect with a community that values creativity and privacy; explore stunning visuals from around the globe without worrying about hidden algorithms or intrusive ads.

With Pixelfed, you control your online presence, thanks to robust privacy settings and a commitment to open-source values. Join Pixelfed today and be part of the next generation of photo sharing.

Recent changes:
- Fixed nav bar bug
- Fixed Story Composer

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More data about Pixelfed

Price	Free to download
Total downloads	330 thousand
Recent downloads	6.1 thousand
Rating	2.40 based on 1.5 thousand ratings
Ranking	Not ranked
Version	1.8.0
APK size	32.4 MB
Number of libraries	40
Designed for Android	7.0+
Maturity	Medium Maturity
Ads	NO ads

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Pixelfed Explore Values Fixed Privacy Share Photos Free

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Pixelfed has been downloaded 330 thousand times. Over the past 30 days, it averaged 200 downloads per day.

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Daniel Supernault

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Comments on Pixelfed for Android

★★★★★ Alfonso V · Jan 29, 2026

I can't edit anything on my profile because the Save button doesn't respond. Other than that it seems okay so far, I hope more people start using it and there are more ways of finding content and people.

★★★★★ Keith Murphy · Apr 16, 2026

If you want to escape Meta, this is a great alternative to Instagram. Sure it doesn't have the same reach, but once you start following people and interests you like, it is a very vibrant community. Always a pleasure to support the Fediverse.

★☆☆☆☆ Paige Cano · Mar 14, 2026

Was working fine, and all of a sudden I started getting a "service error" message on every page of the app. Uninstalled and reinstalled it only to be met with blank, white pages now. Is Pixel fed defunct?

★☆☆☆☆ Liz bth · Mar 12, 2026

App is broken it doesn't work, tried to sign up, and it keeps saying error. Then I tried to go to my account, and it's a big white screen. Might be abandoned

★☆☆☆☆ E. · May 28, 2026

Can't even make an account. Said my valid code was invalid. And now it says my email is in use, but "invalid credentials" when I try to log in?!

★☆☆☆☆ Mirthe Valentijn · Jun 19, 2026

I really enjoyed using the app. However, I've been unable to login for about a week. I even tried reinstalling, but no luck. I select the server, authorize the account, I briefly see a screen that shows 'you are offline' and then 'Sorry, this page isn't available.' I've tried a number of times, but no improvements. Hope you can help!

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Technologies used by Pixelfed

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