The Best Open Source Instagram AlternativesTop Photo Sharing Apps & Social Networks like Instagram

The best open source alternative to Instagram is Pixelfed. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Instagram and 13 is open source so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting open source alternatives to Instagram are Loops by Pixelfed, diVine, Soapbox.pub and Instafel.

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  1. Pixelfed icon

    Pixelfed

     268 likes

    Pixelfed is an image sharing platform with focus on Privacy, Safety and Security, an ethical alternative to centralized platforms like Instagram.

    131 Pixelfed alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

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    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • F-Droid
    • Cloudron
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    Comment summary: Pixelfed is praised as a viable Instagram alternative that emphasizes privacy, decentralization, and open-source development. Users appreciate its federated structure, user privacy focus, ad-free experience, and customization options. Despite its similar features to Instagram, it offers freedom from corporate control and enhanced interoperability with platforms like Mastodon. However, some users note the lack of a dedicated app.
    Top Positive Comment
    Tommi
    7

    It is decentralized and not owned by a corporation focused on profits.

    ddnn
    Positive
    3

    An Instagram-like service, with a portfolio section for professionals, while also not being tied to a data monger? Awesomesauce.

    Guest
    Positive
    2

    No ads, federated moderation, cool design !!

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 28 comments
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    • Almost everyone thinks Pixelfed is a great Instagram alternative.

    • Pixelfed is the most popular Web-based, Android, iPhone & iPad alternative to Instagram.

    • Pixelfed is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Instagram.

    • Pixelfed is Free and Open SourceInstagram is Free and Proprietary
    • Pixelfed is Privacy focused, Security-focused and LightweightInstagram is not according to our users
  2. Loops by Pixelfed icon

    Loops by Pixelfed

     27 likes

    Dive into a new social media experience by exploring and sharing 60-second video clips on the Fediverse. Enjoy support for video captions, up to 200 characters, and add sounds and creative remixes. While mentions and hashtags are unavailable, you can utilize category tags for better reach.

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    • Online
    • Android
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    Comments about Loops by Pixelfed as an Alternative to Instagram
    FitikWasTaken
    1

    It's nice, but it's a platform for Short-form videos, so it's more of an alternative to Instagram Reels than Instagram itself

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    • Loops by Pixelfed is Free and Open SourceInstagram is Free and Proprietary
    • Loops by Pixelfed is Privacy focused and LightweightInstagram is not according to our users
  4. diVine icon

    diVine

     12 likes

    Short-form video app reviving six-second looping format, blending restored archive of 100,000+ historic clips with new user posts, all running on decentralized Nostr protocol. Authenticity is upheld by cryptographic checks, enabling only verified device uploads.

    23 diVine alternatives

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    • Online
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  5. Soapbox.pub icon

    Soapbox.pub

     10 likes

    Soapbox is customizable open-source software that puts the power of social media in the hands of the people. Feature-rich and hyper-focused on providing a user experience to rival Big Tech, Soapbox is already home to some of the biggest alternative social platforms on the...

    Cost / License

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    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
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  6. Instafel icon

    Instafel

     4 likes

    Instafel is a project that aims to deliver the latest alpha builds of Instagram with developer options enabled — allowing users to explore Instagram's alpha features which is not released publicly yet.

    7 Instafel alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
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    Nerimity

     10 likes

    Nerimity is an open-source, community-first chat platform built to deliver an elegant, powerful, and feature-rich experience.

    27 Nerimity alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Self-Hosted
    Profile Interface [PC - 2025]
     

    • Nerimity is the most popular Linux alternative to Instagram.

    • Nerimity is Free and Open SourceInstagram is Free and Proprietary
    • Nerimity is Privacy focused and LightweightInstagram is not according to our users
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    Olas

     1 like

    Olas is a supportive short video social platform designed for the new generation of creators. It allows users to quickly and easily create unique short clips to share with friends and the world.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
     
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    MOSSLET

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    MOSSLET is a privacy-first social network where you can connect with friends and family, or simply yourself, the way it should be — simple and meaningful. No ads, no algorithms, just your people.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once or Subscription
    • Open Source (AGPL-3.0)

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    • Online
    Journal
     
  12. Wisaw icon

    Wisaw

     2 likes

    This is the most minimalistic social sharing possible, yet, it's probably the most relevant one as well. It's relevant in time and space. You only see what may potentially matter to you. You do not choose what you see.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Comments about Wisaw as an Alternative to Instagram
    Guest
    Negative
    0

    this application is for anonymously publishing

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Wisaw is Free and Open SourceInstagram is Free and Proprietary
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    Beautify

     4 likes

    GIMP Beautify is a set of GIMP plug-ins for quickly and easily beautify photo.

    92 Beautify alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • GIMP
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    Comments about Beautify as an Alternative to Instagram
    Tommi
    Negative
    0

    Instagram is a photo sharing service and social media network, while this is a GIMP plugin not meant for sharing

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    • Beautify is Free and Open SourceInstagram is Free and Proprietary
  14. Goldfish Social icon

    Goldfish Social

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    Goldfish Social - Free open source alternative for Vine / TikTok (alpha). ActivityPub will come later!

    Cost / License

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
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