Notices by fEmber (fember@transfem.social)

@BeAware@social.beaware.live yeah that's frustrating, but I still prefer it over not getting reports at all tbh. Although, one of our own admins got reported for calling out a transphobe, and another instance forwarded the report back to us :neofox_laugh:

CC @puppygirlhornypost

:heart_trans: About fediverse reports :heart_trans:

Hi friends! I'd like to mention something that may not be apparent to newer fediverse members: the reporting system here is actually useful! Unlike on larger / commercial platforms, all reports go directly to your local instance staff. How those reports are handled will vary from instance-to-instance, but you can rest assured that someone did actually see them.

On transfem.social, all reports are carefully considered. When we moderate a post or user, it's often in direct response to an abuse report. When we decline to take action, it's after a full review and general staff consensus. Reports are useful even when the target is unclear or the issue is complicated, as they become a part of our records and notes to guide future action. So please don't be afraid to report rule-breaking content - there's no algorithm to penalize you, and no filter to waste your effort.

Reports help us keep the community safe! 💙

The domains imouto.pics, cutecatgirls.cafe and akkoma.nekos.cafe have been suspended from transfem.social and shonk.social for pedophilia, pro-contact MAPs, grooming, lolicon, shotacon, and CSAM.

I will not link receipts for legal, ethical, and mental health reasons.

#FediBlock #BlockRecommendation #FediAdmins #FediAdmin

I wish I didn't have to say this, but please don't make transmasc and non-binary people uncomfortable here. Despite our community name, the TransFem.org network is a safe space for all transgender people. "Jokes" at the expensive of masc-aligned people are not acceptable, and we will take action against them.

We have suspended (defederated) awakari.com for operating a scraper / search index with dubious consent mechanisms.

- More info
- Archived copy

#FediBlock #BlockRecommendation #FediAdmins #FediAdmin

RE: https://mas.to/users/meganL/statuses/112576865799374035

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!

#AprilFools #Misinformation #JustKidding #Joke #NotTrue

: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:

#PhotoSensitivity #Inclusivity #Accessibility

I have only one request for any Misskey fork:

#Misskey #UI #UX

I would love to see a feature where two fedi instances could establish a "trust" relationship, which would automatically enable a few things:

- direct relay: public posts are forwarded between the instances, as if they were on a relay together.
- common emoji list: trusted instances can use each other's custom emoji.
- auto-forward reports: any incoming reports are distributed to all trusted instances.
- shared mod notes: moderation notes such as strikes and warnings are visible by mods of trusted instances.
- report mod actions: when a moderator suspends or silences an account, a report is automatically sent to all trusted instances.
- domain reputation: federation management could show a warning when some percentage of trusted instances have blocked one that you haven't reviewed.
- user reputation: remote user management could show an indicator when a remote user has been suspended from one of your trusted instances.

All of these would be individual toggles, and they would only be enabled after mutual consent on both sides of the connection. I think this could pair very well with the "local bubble" feature of Akkoma / Sharkey to create safe, trusted pockets of federation. It would also reduce the time necessary to detect and respond to emerging threats.

#Fediverse #Fedi #FediAdmins #FediMods #Moderation #ModTools #ModTooling

💙 Safety tip for fedi users 💙

Hi friends! Ember here with an important tip for online safety. We have lots of fun here on fedi, but this is still the internet. It's absolutely critical to safeguard your privacy, so no matter how safe it may seem: never share your personal information online!

There are lots of friendly, close-knit communities here, but that doesn't make it safe to post personal details. Bad-faith actors sometimes sneak into communities like ours, looking for vulnerable people to stalk and harass. Fedi, in particular, has a problem of hateful people operating "scrapers" that use bots to scan the federated timeline and capture any information on marginalized people. This gets passed on to dangerous groups like KiwiFarms and used for harassment, doxxing, and other terrible things.

Fortunately, you can protect yourself by limiting what types of personal information you share online. In particular, here are some things that you should never ever reveal:
- Your legal name(s)
- Your birth date
- Your address (even city of residence)
- Photos of your house (especially the exterior)
- Your phone number
- Where you work

There's also some which are a bit less critical, but I still strongly recommend against sharing. If you want to publish one of these, then please consider your risk factors!
- Selfies / other photos showing your face
- Your exact age (and be careful with ranges)
- Where you went to school / college
- Details of businesses / organizations you visit
- Uncommon medical conditions (doctors are frequently hacked)

This may seem restrictive, but I promise you - it's a small price to pay for online safety! There are horrible people out there, and they'd like nothing more than to make us suffer. Let's make sure that doesn't happen!

--
With love from Ember,
Admin of transfem.social
:heart_pride: :heart_trans:

#OnlineSafety #PersonalSafety #DigitalSafety #Safety #Privacy #OpSec

@Foxgirlfoamer2816 @oog @Bard I probably shouldn't tell you this, but I don't actually run the server. @Amelia is our sysadmin, so she's the one you really can't replace!

@oog well... That's complicated. The lead dev of Sharkey just recently quit, so the project is stalled for an unknown length of time.

@natty@astolfo.social @oog@transfem.social Marie resigned from the dev team and left fedi.

@kaia@brotka.st true, but I'm not really concerned with accuracy for this. If I was, then I would have put a lot more thought into how things are worded. This is just for fun!