User guide for official iOS and Android apps
Learn the basics of Mastodon
Installation
- Download the official iOS app on the App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mastodon/id1571998974.
- Download the official Android app on the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.joinmastodon.android&hl=en_US&pli=1.
First Steps
- Join Mastodon by clicking “Join Mastodon Social”.
- Agree to the rules.
- Create an account.
Basic app features {layout}

Home screen showing posts from followed accounts
- Home screen shows accounts currently followed.
- Search button allows you to look for hashtags and users.
- Pencil button allows you to create a post.
- Bell button will show you notifications.
- Profile button displays user profile.
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