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Native client for Micro.blog.
MicroSphere is a fast, calm iOS app for reading, writing, and joining conversations on the indie web — on iPhone and iPad. No ads, no tracking SDKs; your token stays in the Keychain on your device.

Version 1.0.0 · Requires iOS 17 or later and a Micro.blog account.

Download on the App Store · Support & contact

Why MicroSphere

• Built for Micro.blog: Timeline with pull-to-refresh, unread markers, and conversation threads; mentions with an unread divider; bookmarks with tags and highlights.
• Explore: Community discover, topic browsing, search, and personal bookshelves.
• Write & share: Compose posts, replies, and quotes; save drafts; Share Extension for text, links, and photos from other apps.
• Rich posting: @-mentions, photos, cross-post targets, and optional accessibility descriptions for images.
• People & safety: Profiles for Micro.blog, ActivityPub (Mastodon), and Bluesky authors; block, mute, keyword filters, and reporting.
• Private by design: Official Micro.blog APIs only; Privacy & Accessibility overviews in Settings; optional Face ID or passcode app lock.
• iPhone & iPad: Native SwiftUI; iPad sidebar and split view; System, Light, or Dark appearance; VoiceOver and Dynamic Type on core screens.
• Sign in your way: IndieAuth (recommended), email magic link, or app token under More sign-in options.

Get started

1. Install MicroSphere from the App Store.
2. Sign in with IndieAuth or your email address on your Micro.blog account.
3. Read your timeline, reply in threads, bookmark posts, and explore topics.
4. Optional: enable push notifications for timeline activity in Settings.

Optional support

The Treats Jar lets you leave a voluntary tip to support development. Tips are gifts only — they do not unlock features or content.

About

MicroSphere is developed independently by Marco Janssen. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Micro.blog, LLC.

Questions or feedback: @marc0janssen on Micro.blog or Settings → Contact in the app.