Here's a great tip for when certain topics get out of hand.

On CounterSocial, you can set up TEMPORARY FILTERS.

Head into your filters settings with the link below, add a relevant term, and choose a duration between 30 minutes and one week. #CoSoTips

https://counter.social/filters

Did you know that you can choose to hide boosts from specific individuals? It's true!

Visit their PROFILE, tap on the PROFILE OPTIONS, and choose HIDE BOOSTS. #CoSoTips

We do not harvest or sell your data.
We go to extraordinary lengths to protect your safety and security.
We have no ads, no bots, and no trolls.

Providing this unique, feature-rich experience is not free. We won't share the cost, but it is substantial. So how do we keep the servers running?

Through Pro subscriptions. Your $5/mo. is all we need to keep on keeping on.

Please consider going Pro if you can. #CoSoTips

CounterSocial has kept its userbase safe and secure for almost seven years, but we haven't done it alone. When bad actors attempt to abuse this community, our users REPORT them.

If a TOS violation is identified, the offending account is evaporated () immediately.

You can help to ensure that CoSo remains a pleasant, safe place to be by using the REPORT feature to notify our admin of any abuse—whether it happens via a post, or from a direct message. #CoSoTips

"This place is cool. How come I haven't heard of it before?"

We aren't entirely sure, but we suspect that it's because most of the other socials actively suppress any mention of CounterSocial—and have been for years.

Intrepid users who would like bypass their scrubbers could, in theory, post these awesome pictures if they wanted to hypothetically tell others about us. Perhaps. #CoSoTips

Welcome to CounterSocial, where no dickheads are allowed. #CoSoTips

https://counter.social/terms.html

TEMPORARY FILTERS are an excellent way to keep your sanity during particularly interesting times. #CoSoTips

"What's with all of the #potato?"

This is a fun topic that anyone can add to because honestly, who doesn't love potatoes?

Want to join in? It's easy! Find something potato; a picture, a gif, a meme, an observation, anything. Post it, tag it with #potato, and presto. Potato!

#CoSoTips

Did you know that desktop CounterSocial users can create custom columns for specific hashtags? It's true!

You can keep a close eye on all of the #caturday shenanigans by tapping on that hashtag, then choosing "+PIN" in the column options.

Hit the "Include additional hashtags in this column" radio button for even more options. #CoSoTips

Desktop users of CounterSocial have many options when it comes to simplifying the interface:

1. Hop into your SETTINGS and enable OSTRICH MODE. This will hide the newsbar, sentiment meter, CoSoCom and other elements while retaining the multi-column layout.

2. Click on SIMPLIFIED MODE from the Main Menu. This will change your interface into a familiar, single-column layout.

#CoSoTips

Have you ever seen a .gif or other media that has you feeling some kind of way?

Tap on the little eye icon in the upper-left of any posted media to make it disappear.

You can make this behavior the default by choosing "Always Hide All Media" in your MEDIA DISPLAY settings. #CoSoTips

Did you know that you have additional options for each CounterSocial column? It's true!

These options vary per column type. Here's an example of how you can adjust your MY FRIENDS column. #CoSoTips

"Has CounterSocial really been around for six years!?"

Yes.

We officially launched on November 17th, 2017, but were up and running a few weeks before that.

Some of you might remember our teaser campaign, which began earlier that November. #CoSoTips #cosoversary

Did you see something that annoys you? You have a few options.

1. Call it out. This way, everyone feels annoyed just like you. (We really dislike this option.)

2. Mute/Block the poster. (This option is called, USE THE TOOLS.)

3. Let it scroll on by. (This is our favorite option, because it's what makes CounterSocial better for old and new users alike.) #CoSoTips

CounterSocial officially turns SIX YEARS OLD on November 17th.

No need to get us a gift. Instead, give yourself the gift of going Pro. It comes with a bunch of great features and is what keeps the servers running. #CoSoTips

Did you know? CounterSocial has what's known as "PreCog" mode.

It's very neurodivergent friendly. Trust us. We know. #CoSoTips

Did you know that CounterSocial is the ONLY social media site that is NOT trying to monetize everything about you? #CoSoTips

Don't want to read the whole thing? We've got you covered. #CoSoTips

"How can I see a list of who follows me?"

Tap on your own name anywhere to view your own profile, then tap on FOLLOWERS.

Note: Anyone can see who follows you (and who you follow) unless you check the "Hide your network" option in your preferences. #CoSoTips

Did you know that Pro users can control post visibility? It's true!

This is helpful for all kinds of purposes, including limiting conversations specifically to those to whom they apply.

Want to include a broader audience of trusted CoSoNauts in your discussions than a mere post will allow? Check out CoSoGroups. #CoSoTips

https://groups.counter.social