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Is there a way to sign into multiple Fediverse instances using the same account? Or is it possible to merge account across instances? (kbin.social)
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Is there a way to sign into multiple Fediverse instances using the same account? Or is it possible to merge account across instances?

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[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

The pitch for federalization gives the misleading impression that the system provides a universal (or at least portable) account mechanism. It seems to be a common point of uncertainty with users taking a look at the emerging platform.

From a usability standpoint, the sign-in process ought to be able to tell when someone is trying to join from a non-local instance, and provide means to redirect or authenticate them appropriately. Maybe something in the style of "Sign in with Google," only simpler.

I think upcoming versions of Lemmy/Kbin are attempting to improve link behavior to make it less likely to unintentionally stray from your home instance.