Deleting a post on Mastodon is not always guaranteed to completely remove it from the entire Fediverse due to its decentralized nature:
- How Deletion Works: When you delete a post (or “toot”) on Mastodon, your instance sends a deletion request to other instances where the post was shared. However, this relies on those instances honoring the request.
- Limitations:
- Some instances may ignore or fail to process deletion requests, leaving copies of your post visible.
- If other users or instances have cached, boosted, or copied your content, it might persist elsewhere.
- Best Practices: Assume anything posted online could potentially remain accessible indefinitely. Mastodon also offers automated deletion tools for older posts, which can help manage your content.
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