Ktistec vs ActivityPub for WordPress
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted social networks options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Ktistec
Single-user ActivityPub server in Crystal
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ActivityPub for WordPress
Turn a WordPress blog into a fediverse actor
| Feature | Ktistec | ActivityPub for WordPress |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Social Networks | Social Networks |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | MIT |
| Language | Crystal | PHP |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Deployment | binary, source | source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 435 | ★ 576 |
| First released | 2020 | 2019 |
| Replaces | Twitter, Mastodon | Twitter, Medium |
Why pick each one
Choose Ktistec if…
- Released under the AGPL-3.0 license
- Written in Crystal
- Tiny footprint — runs in 256 MB RAM
Choose ActivityPub for WordPress if…
- Released under the MIT license
- Easy to set up — beginner-friendly
- Written in PHP
- Tiny footprint — runs in 256 MB RAM
Frequently asked questions
Is Ktistec or ActivityPub for WordPress better?
ActivityPub for WordPress is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Ktistec if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Ktistec and ActivityPub for WordPress free and open-source?
Yes. Ktistec is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and ActivityPub for WordPress under MIT. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Ktistec and ActivityPub for WordPress with Docker?
Ktistec: check the project docs for container support. ActivityPub for WordPress: check the project docs for container support.